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plan
/plæn/
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1 · noun
An arrangement of steps, timing, or goals for future action.
为将来行动安排的步骤、时间或目标。
Use make or change a plan; 计划 can be a noun or a verb.
Our plan includes an indoor option.
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我们的计划包括一个室内备选方案。
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2 · noun
a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
计划；计；划
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It's raining, so we need to change the original plan.
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下雨了，原来的计划得改一改。
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计划 — An arrangement of steps, timing, or goals for future action.