You’re listening to Lingo Phoenix’s word of the day for May 13.
International Hummus Day
Today’s word is plan B.
Plan B noun [singular]
an action or set of actions for doing or achieving something that can be used if the preferred method fails
It's time I put plan B into action.
The alternative Plan B for funding the stadium calls for a contribution of $7.5 million a year from taxpayers for 30 years.
Professional extermination is always a plan B, but this service can be expensive, complete success is not guaranteed and cleanup can be time-consuming.
— Michael Pollick, chicagotribune.com, "How to get rid of fleas," 18 Apr. 2021
Toss a pair of traction devices into your pack, and if all else fails, have a plan B in mind, such as an exploration of the lower-elevation foothills section of the parks.
— Emily Pennington, Outside Online, "These Are the 5 Deadliest National Parks," 8 Apr. 2021
Plan B trademark
Medical Definition of Plan B
—used for a preparation of levonorgestrel intended to prevent pregnancy following unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure
With your word of the day, I’m Mohammad Golpayegani.
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