timetables

noun

plural of timetable
as in schedules
a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play) checked the timetable of events to see if I'd be able to get something to eat beforehand

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Recent Examples of timetables The state’s laws, which feature different requirements for condominiums and homeowners associations, establish detailed elections processes that include the timetables for the distribution of notices and other materials. — Gary M. Mars, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026 Erecting the non-nuclear wing under commercial industrial building codes allows developers to offer lenders predictable timetables and lower capital risks. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026 What began as a Parisian student protest pressuring the government to address teacher shortages, lengthy timetables and derelict schools has evolved into a nationwide movement that has garnered support from people of various ages. — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026 This year’s Climate Week diverged markedly from past years that had been focused more closely on climate targets, timetables, emissions reductions and scaling up promising solutions. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2026 The next thing to be mindful of is the country’s schedule, from the timetables for ferries to the opening hours of restaurants, tourist and archaeological sites, and even whole islands. — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026 Although that remains a future promise, the more immediate change is already visible on timetables. — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The Pentagon’s rush to plug shortfalls has sparked a bonanza among incumbent military contractors and new defense startups, which are repurposing components from fracking, autos, and pharma to shorten production timetables. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026 While uncertainty lingers over improvements and timetables at LAX, the county’s second-busiest airport is on the brink of big changes. — Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for timetables
  1. schedules
  2. agendas
  3. calendars
Noun
  • Agents operate in environments where permissions, inventory, schedules, threats and operational conditions can change quickly.
    — Shekhar Iyer, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The embassy also urged travelers to confirm flight schedules directly with their airlines and allow extra time to reach their destinations.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of schedules
Noun
  • About 70% of the members of Brazil’s lower house and 80% of the Senate are considered to be hostile to environmental and climate agendas, according to the observatory.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Under the Brown Act, public meeting agendas must be available at least 72 hours ahead of time, or Friday evening for a Monday evening meeting.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of agendas
Noun
  • But while brands have learned how to make Ramadan and Lunar New Year meaningful moments in their marketing calendars, Diwali is still a work in progress.
    — Sujata Assomull, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Below, shop the best Advent calendars for everyone on your list, starting at $10.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of calendars

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“Timetables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timetables. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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