Verbs for Planning and Scheduling

a chain of actions that will help us reach our goals

The project manager presented a detailed plan outlining the phases of the construction.

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

The group of conspirators plotted to sabotage the competitor's business by spreading false rumors.

to devise a plan, especially a secret or dishonest one

The villain schemed to overthrow the king and seize the throne.

to exercise in order to get healthier or stronger

I work out with a friend to make the exercise routine more enjoyable.

to develop an idea, plan, theory, or principle through mental effort

She excogitated a new strategy for increasing sales.

to plan or direct a complex or intricate scheme or project

He masterminded the elaborate heist with precision and cunning.

to give a higher level of importance or urgency to a particular task, goal, or objective compared to others

She prioritized completing her assignments before socializing with friends.

to plan a course of action for achieving a specific goal or desired outcome

The team strategized how to approach the upcoming project.

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

I need more time to complete this project.

to schedule something for a specific time or purpose

The manager slated the meeting for Monday morning.

to set a specific time to do something or make an event happen

He scheduled his doctor's appointment for next week.

to arrange a new time or date for something that was previously set

She had to reschedule her appointment due to a conflict.

a list or chart that shows the departure and arrival times of trains, buses, airplanes, etc.

She checked the train timetable to plan her journey.

to arrange or put off an activity or an event for a later time than its original schedule

They postponed the meeting until next week due to scheduling conflicts.

to resist defeat or unfavorable outcomes through defense or delay

The team managed to hold the opposing team off until the final whistle.

to postpone to a later time

The meeting was deferred to next week due to the chairman's unexpected absence.

to avoid dealing with something, such as a responsibility or an issue

He always puts off doing his homework until the last minute.

to reschedule an appointment or event for a later time or date

Due to unforeseen circumstances, they had to put the meeting back to next week.

to continue or move from one situation to the next

The team's camaraderie carried over from the sports field to the workplace.

to postpone something that needs to be done

She procrastinated studying for her exam until the night before.

to slow down or postpone something

The traffic jam delayed their arrival at the airport.

to have something in mind as a plan or purpose

She intends to travel abroad next summer.

to have a particular meaning or represent something

His silence meant that he was not interested in the conversation.

to work toward a specific goal

The team is aiming at winning the championship this season.

to make drawings according to which something will be constructed or produced

The architect often designs modern homes with sustainable features.

to create a plan, document, or written agreement, often in a formal or official context

The lawyer was hired to draw up a contract outlining the terms of the business partnership.