standard operating procedure
noun
: established or prescribed methods to be followed routinely for the performance of designated operations or in designated situations
called also standing operating procedure
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There was a time years ago when HRT was the standard operating procedure to treat menopause symptoms like hot flashes and help prevent bone loss.
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Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 15 Aug. 2024
As air traffic volume continues to increase, existing standard operating procedures will bend and eventually break.
—Sheldon H Jacobson, Orlando Sentinel, 19 July 2024
The policy, known as standard operating procedure 575, was passed in April 2023, but the police union filed a lawsuit later that month to put it on hold.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 18 July 2024
Outside officers in the city providing mutual aid for the convention are required to follow the Milwaukee Police Department's standard operating procedures on use of force, crowd control and rules of engagement.
—John Diedrich, USA TODAY, 17 July 2024
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Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 15 Aug. 2024
As air traffic volume continues to increase, existing standard operating procedures will bend and eventually break.
—Sheldon H Jacobson, Orlando Sentinel, 19 July 2024
The policy, known as standard operating procedure 575, was passed in April 2023, but the police union filed a lawsuit later that month to put it on hold.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 18 July 2024
Outside officers in the city providing mutual aid for the convention are required to follow the Milwaukee Police Department's standard operating procedures on use of force, crowd control and rules of engagement.
—John Diedrich, USA TODAY, 17 July 2024
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