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as in procedure
a way of acting or proceeding
for solving crossword puzzles my usual methodology is to begin by filling in all of the answers I'm reasonably sure of
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as in method
the means or procedure for doing something
other cardiologists have questioned the methodology that was used to conduct the study
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Lily Wohlner, Allure, 4 Aug. 2025
Using life cycle assessment methodology, which is based on ISO 14040 and 14044 standards, the study examined clothing from 908 renters from The Volte’s community of 300,000 monthly active users, who rent from almost 15,000 Australian lenders.
—Patty Huntington, Footwear News, 25 July 2025
Tyler Comes Close to No. 1 on the U.K. Albums Chart
On the main Official Albums chart, which tracks the biggest full-lengths and EPs in the U.K. using a general consumption methodology, Don’t Tap the Glass opens at No. 2.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
That study was a bit controversial, in part for what was perceived to be its condescending tone, along with questions about its methodology.
—Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2025
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Lily Wohlner, Allure, 4 Aug. 2025
Using life cycle assessment methodology, which is based on ISO 14040 and 14044 standards, the study examined clothing from 908 renters from The Volte’s community of 300,000 monthly active users, who rent from almost 15,000 Australian lenders.
—Patty Huntington, Footwear News, 25 July 2025
Tyler Comes Close to No. 1 on the U.K. Albums Chart
On the main Official Albums chart, which tracks the biggest full-lengths and EPs in the U.K. using a general consumption methodology, Don’t Tap the Glass opens at No. 2.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
That study was a bit controversial, in part for what was perceived to be its condescending tone, along with questions about its methodology.
—Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodology
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After the mother was reported missing, her home and the immediate surrounding area were searched as part of standard procedure, Commander Rick Krakow of the Naperville Police Department tells PEOPLE.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Each task can be labor-intensive if done manually and will require clear policies, procedures and allocation of responsibilities.—
Madhu Nadig,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Include how much your clients paid for the system right up front, then run them through the method.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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States have turned to using the method as access to the drugs needed for lethal injections has been limited in recent years.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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The app, which is designed specifically for straight women, has also received some criticism for its gender policy.—
Fortesa Latifi,
Rolling Stone,
5 Aug. 2025
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Desert Diamond Arena reentry policy Reentry is prohibited at all Desert Diamond Arena events.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Others take the opposite approach, giving their kids free rein with little oversight.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Universal Pictures is taking a new approach to combat mass theft of its movies to teach artificial intelligence systems.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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Pierce Crosby, managing partner of strategy consulting firm Merchant Seven, spoke to these developments.—
Charles Lloyd Bovaird II,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Watson, previously Deputy Chief Communications Officer at Warner Bros. Discovery, will work with Paramount’s Chief Communications Officer Melissa Zukerman to lead the company’s communications strategy, with a focus on executive, financial, and internal communications.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
6 Aug. 2025
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The technique and precision required in an event like the triple jump might be another reason that Edwards’ 18.29 has stood the test of time.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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Many local winemakers here practice organic or biodynamic methods, and there’s a focus on low-intervention techniques.—
Tia Lovisa Moreira,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Aug. 2025
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Stassi will look to fight her way onto the podium in New Orleans.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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But there’s also a problem with using slurs as a way to fight back against AI encroachment, these experts say, as the words can actually reinforce the belief that AI is becoming more human.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
6 Aug. 2025
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