game plan

/ˌgeɪm ˈplæn/
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Other forms: game plans

Definitions of game plan
  1. noun
    (figurative) a carefully thought out strategy for achieving an objective in war or politics or business or personal affairs
    “newscasters speculated about the President's game plan for an invasion”
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    type of:
    scheme, strategy
    an elaborate and systematic plan of action
  2. noun
    (sports) a plan for achieving an objective in some sport
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    type of:
    scheme, strategy
    an elaborate and systematic plan of action
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