Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

conflicting schedules

Noun
/kənˈflɪktɪŋ ˈskɛdjuːlz/
Definition
Schedules that do not align or that overlap with one another, causing difficulties in planning and time management.
Examples
  • My meeting with the client has a conflicting schedule with my doctor’s appointment.
  • We couldn’t finalize the event due to multiple conflicting schedules among the team members.
Meaning
When two or more planned activities or appointments occur at the same time or can’t be accommodated within a given timeframe, they are referred to as conflicting schedules.
Synonyms
  • overlapping schedules
  • clashing schedules
  • competing schedules
  • incompatible schedules