as in plan
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
an ambitious young man with a remarkably detailed blueprint for becoming a millionaire by the age of 25
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as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance
blueprinted the schedule of events for the festival right down to the last detail
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Recent Examples of blueprint
New Atlas, 3 July 2025
Historically, Robinson has been one of white America’s favorite Black men − his sanitized, turn-the-other-cheek persona upheld as an ideal blueprint for race relations in America.
—Andrea Williams, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Project 2025, the conservative blueprint for a Republican president after the Biden administration, also calls for relaxing regulations to allow teenagers to work in hazardous jobs with parental consent and proper training.
—Alexandria Burris, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
The Senate’s budget blueprint includes a provision that would raise the debt ceiling by $5 trillion.
—Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 1 July 2025
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Noun
While this novel treatment was developed to combat mugwort pollen – a leading hay fever allergen in Europe and Asia – the researchers say their blueprint can be used to target any species.
—New Atlas, 3 July 2025
Historically, Robinson has been one of white America’s favorite Black men − his sanitized, turn-the-other-cheek persona upheld as an ideal blueprint for race relations in America.
—Andrea Williams, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Project 2025, the conservative blueprint for a Republican president after the Biden administration, also calls for relaxing regulations to allow teenagers to work in hazardous jobs with parental consent and proper training.
—Alexandria Burris, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
The Senate’s budget blueprint includes a provision that would raise the debt ceiling by $5 trillion.
—Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blueprint
Noun
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In a city where so many big plans have gone so badly for 30 years, San Diego residents shouldn’t just be wary when another bold proposal comes long — they should be terrified.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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For diehards, the feeds are where the real game unfolds, showmances bloom, backdoor plans are hatched, and unfiltered chaos reigns 24/7.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
Verb
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However, this report also argued that Al chatbots have the potential to be effective extenders of therapy if designed appropriate and supervised by a qualified professional.—
Eric Wood,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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It’s designed to lift, define, and dramatically lengthen without ever clumping or weighing lashes down.—
Marie Lodi,
Allure,
5 July 2025
Noun
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As of now, both strategies appear to be running on parallel tracks in Washington.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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This has become something of a state religion—as much a matter of ideology as of strategy.—
Frank Lavin,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Whole spelt berries work well in breakfast cereal, soups, or side dishes, and can be prepared like rice or risotto.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Researchers have used different types of strawberries prepared in different ways to assess their blood pressure benefits.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
Noun
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There’s an antitheft alarm system and an electronic stability program.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
13 July 2025
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The goal is to interrupt homelessness by providing immediate access to permanent housing for individuals, regardless of other factors like pre-existing participation in treatment programs.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Two sources told Reuters he was suspected of being involved in a scheme to embezzle millions of dollars earmarked for border defenses.—
Clare Sebastian,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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In the film, Superman comes under suspicion by the public and the government over his Kryptonian heritage thanks to a scheme by tech billionaire Luthor to push Superman out of the way of his grand plans to expand his criminal enterprise worldwide.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The cash rebate is capped at $5.25 million per project but hgher caps may be considered on a case-by-case basis.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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The Emmy winner currently has a number of projects in different stages of development, ranging widely in genre.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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“Blueprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blueprint. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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