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also methodic
as in systematic
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern
a methodical study plan that included lists of points to memorize
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Recent Examples of methodical
Since 2006, actor Michael C. Hall has embodied the methodical killer, with a code for only murdering bad people on Dexter, and the television universe has continued to shock viewers ever since.
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Jeff Conway, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Prosecutors were methodical presenting their case, tying the evidence together in a roadmap for the jury.
—Kara Scannell, CNN Money, 4 July 2025
In Virgo, however, the warrior planet takes on a more methodical approach, influenced by this Earth sign's analytical and detail-oriented nature.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 17 June 2025
Similarly, Israel’s methodical strikes on research labs, explosives test sites, reactors, and nuclear scientists has likely set back the Islamic Republic’s work — either toward nuclear breakout or a just-in-time weapon that could be ready within weeks.
—Brett Schaefer, National Review, 23 June 2025
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Jeff Conway, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Prosecutors were methodical presenting their case, tying the evidence together in a roadmap for the jury.
—Kara Scannell, CNN Money, 4 July 2025
In Virgo, however, the warrior planet takes on a more methodical approach, influenced by this Earth sign's analytical and detail-oriented nature.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 17 June 2025
Similarly, Israel’s methodical strikes on research labs, explosives test sites, reactors, and nuclear scientists has likely set back the Islamic Republic’s work — either toward nuclear breakout or a just-in-time weapon that could be ready within weeks.
—Brett Schaefer, National Review, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodical
Adjective
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The Risks Of Getting A Coffee Enema The systematic review actually found quite the opposite: nine case reports of adverse events occurring from use of coffee enemas.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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In a systematic review of studies, researchers found that active children are more likely to report feelings of well-being.—
Henry Abbott,
The Atlantic,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Some platforms' standardized intake processes work reasonably well for patients with short-term anxiety or mild depressive symptoms.—
Amanda Marlar,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The practice did not become standardized until 2006.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
10 July 2025
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“Methodical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodical. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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