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as in procedures
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 methods
the means or procedure for doing something
other cardiologists have questioned the methodology that was used to conduct the study
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Recent Examples of methodologies
Forecasts on holiday spending will vary based on the methodologies used by the different organizations and businesses.
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David Moin, Footwear News, 23 Dec. 2025
Researchers in multiple countries have replicated this finding again and again, using different populations, methodologies and data sources.
—Inna Fishman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Dec. 2025
The methodologies not only reduce time-to-prototype but also streamline the pathway to low-rate initial production (LRIP) and full-rate manufacturing for defense and aerospace customers.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 26 Nov. 2025
Other methodologies will produce different results.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Nov. 2025
While a review of 28 clinical studies concluded that supplementation seemed to promote immune system response, the authors also flagged that because of all the differences in their methodologies and sample sizes, making a concrete determination wasn’t possible.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 7 Nov. 2025
Meta disputes the methodologies behind them.
—Charlotte Alter, Time, 22 Oct. 2025
But this point isn't fully reflected in the report, UW system spokesperson Mark Pitsch said, potentially because the report relies on methodologies and data that disadvantage low-tuition institutions in states that provide limited aid.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 15 Oct. 2025
And there are so many different methodologies for this type of work.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2025
David Moin, Footwear News, 23 Dec. 2025
Researchers in multiple countries have replicated this finding again and again, using different populations, methodologies and data sources.
—Inna Fishman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Dec. 2025
The methodologies not only reduce time-to-prototype but also streamline the pathway to low-rate initial production (LRIP) and full-rate manufacturing for defense and aerospace customers.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 26 Nov. 2025
Other methodologies will produce different results.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Nov. 2025
While a review of 28 clinical studies concluded that supplementation seemed to promote immune system response, the authors also flagged that because of all the differences in their methodologies and sample sizes, making a concrete determination wasn’t possible.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 7 Nov. 2025
Meta disputes the methodologies behind them.
—Charlotte Alter, Time, 22 Oct. 2025
But this point isn't fully reflected in the report, UW system spokesperson Mark Pitsch said, potentially because the report relies on methodologies and data that disadvantage low-tuition institutions in states that provide limited aid.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 15 Oct. 2025
And there are so many different methodologies for this type of work.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodologies
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Exporters must also implement rigorous Know Your Customer procedures to prevent unauthorized use or remote access to the technology.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Jan. 2026
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In November, Brooks detailed the invasive and non-invasive procedures and treatments she's undergone.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Some other unconventional methods include steaming the fabric to soften the threads and then stretch, as well as wetting the garment and then pining it down at the correct size, like how crocheters stretch out granny squares.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2026
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This guide explores various methods to eliminate soap scum and offers preventive measures to stop its return.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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The Jackson County Legislature only has jurisdiction over policies related to the county sheriff’s office and does not have explicit authority over federal immigration agencies or area cities’ police departments.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
13 Jan. 2026
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Pacheco has long been involved in Miami Beach politics and has been an outspoken critic of Meiner and city policies in recent years.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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As Uganda’s election approaches on Thursday, the atmosphere in Kampala carries that same thick, familiar weight of inevitability.—
Charles Onyango-Obbo,
semafor.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Hurzeler visited England rugby’s training camp in November 2025, noting different approaches which included the head coach watching from the stands instead of on the touchline.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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Combined, the alternatives present a good menu of tools and strategies for managing the river in the future, said John Berggren, the regional policy manager at Western Resource Advocates.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
15 Jan. 2026
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That could look like a lot of things — the city could funnel the buildings through Neighborhood Restore, a nonprofit HDFC, or the NYCHA preservation trust, or even through some form of tenant ownership, strategies that have been utilized at a smaller scale.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
15 Jan. 2026
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The team used vacuum or micro-injection techniques The team with LLNL’s Nuclear and Chemical Sciences (NACS) Division, developed the radiochemical techniques to purify target material.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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This short film blends traditional animation with abstract expressionism using innovative video-to-video techniques.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
8 Jan. 2026
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This may seem counterintuitive, but the key is that ‘cozy’ is addressed in various ways throughout the home, not that every element is done in excess.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Because there are many different ways to make money outside of a traditional job, there are several types of 1099 forms.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Methodologies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodologies. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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