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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
The former chief financial officer is an HSBC veteran, speaks eight languages, and has a reputation for being soft-spoken and methodical -- a sea change from the tumultuous tenure of his predecessor, Noel Quinn.
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Clay Chandler, semafor.com, 10 Apr. 2026
His on-ice intelligence gets high grades for how methodical and pinpoint accurate his execution is in the offensive zone.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
The Apollo program was centrally planned and ruthlessly methodical.
—David W. Brown, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Philosophy involves a methodical assessment of any and all aspects of human existence and experience.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
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Clay Chandler, semafor.com, 10 Apr. 2026
His on-ice intelligence gets high grades for how methodical and pinpoint accurate his execution is in the offensive zone.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
The Apollo program was centrally planned and ruthlessly methodical.
—David W. Brown, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Philosophy involves a methodical assessment of any and all aspects of human existence and experience.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for methodical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodical
Adjective
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Although the Mughals mainly incorporated the existing Indian revenue system, Akbar’s reign also saw the rationalization of revenue administration, notably under the Hindu minister Todar Mal, with systematic land measurement and assessment that balanced imperial income with agrarian stability.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
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When your business broadens beyond the familiar faces and places where trust was once built naturally, that systematic clarity becomes your new compass.—
Samuel Mueller,
Fortune,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The show follows Nicky (Levy) and Morgan Dardano (Taylor Ortega), a pastor-and-teacher sibling duo from New Jersey who stumble into organized crime after Morgan steals a necklace from a postal store to bury with their dying grandmother.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2026
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Alvarez-Concepcion is facing a number of charges, including kickback solicitation, grand theft, and organized fraud.—
Marybel Rodriguez,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Starboard’s 2026 strategy leans into partnership, culture and experiential momentum, while Harding+ is building a more systematized retail model around emotion, data, and innovation.—
Kevin Rozario,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Methodical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodical. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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