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as in procedure
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result
the process by which the elastic fibers spun by silkworms is turned into soft, lustrous cloth
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
in the process of doing this project we all learned a lot
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as in imitation
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as in to refine
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Recent Examples of process
Callum Sutherland, Time, 3 May 2025
There’s something both delicate and athletic about it, which is our process of making things.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 2 May 2025
Kristine Phillips, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2020
The state can’t yet process unemployment claims from independent contractors and the self-employed, even though the federal government has temporarily extended benefits to those workers, St. Louis Public Radio reported.
—USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2020
Mary K. Feeney, ArsTechnica, 2 May 2025
The federal agency found that companies were working with third-party firms to process the collected customer data and tweak prices accordingly.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025
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Noun
But this process can continue indefinitely, until a majority is reached.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 3 May 2025
There’s something both delicate and athletic about it, which is our process of making things.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 2 May 2025
Adjective
State Democrats and Republicans both agree that local election workers should be allowed to pre-process ballots early.
—Kristine Phillips, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2020
The state can’t yet process unemployment claims from independent contractors and the self-employed, even though the federal government has temporarily extended benefits to those workers, St. Louis Public Radio reported.
—USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2020
Verb
Misinformation research is vital to advancing our understanding of how citizens understand and process evidence and scientific information and put that understanding into action.
—Mary K. Feeney, ArsTechnica, 2 May 2025
The federal agency found that companies were working with third-party firms to process the collected customer data and tweak prices accordingly.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for process
Noun
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Virginia Tech: Starter Kyron Drones underwent an undisclosed medical procedure that kept him out for the latter part of spring practice.—
Antonio Morales,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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The policy includes procedures to address questions of eligibility.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
Noun
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The focus, however, remains on Lillard and his progress given how crucial his presence is to the organization.—
Morten Stig Jensen,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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President Donald Trump has threatened to walk away from the process unless material progress is made very soon.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The 47-year-old driver was issued several summonses including possessing an open alcohol in a motor vehicle and DWI, according to officials.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
23 Apr. 2025
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She was given two pink-colored summonses by the New York Police Department — one for obstructing pedestrian traffic and the other for failure to disperse — before being released.—
Shimon Prokupecz,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The winery has refined its techniques over four decades to highlight the maritime influence on its vineyards.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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The team’s upcoming plans involve testing the capsule in living organisms, refining the manufacturing process, and adapting the design to support multi-day drug release.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
2 May 2025
Verb
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For anyone still reusing passwords, the dangers are real — and growing.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Yes, zip-top bags like those sold by Ziploc can be reused.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Suitable for all skin types, these double-sided pads act as both a hydration and brightening boost as well as a gentle method of exfoliation.—
Denise Primbet,
Glamour,
28 Apr. 2025
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The biggest retailer of them all, Amazon, still hasn't even sold a single Switch 2 console, and Nintendo's unique preorder method is still available.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The 18-year-old Salas is expected to start a hitting progression this week.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2025
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That’s a natural career progression for a 37-year-old coach with a great reputation across baseball and a potential future as a bench coach or manager.—
Aaron Gleeman,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Ukraine’s Finance Minister Serhii Marchenko has called for fair adjustments, emphasizing the warrants’ incompatibility with Ukraine’s post-invasion economic realities.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Now They're All Convicted All four surrendered themselves willingly after learning warrants had been place for their arrest on April, reports The Jonesboro Sun.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Process.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/process. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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