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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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Recent Examples of methodology
The director’s methodology emerged organically from her initial search for her father’s old farm residence, a process marked by uncertainty and improvisation due to limited archival materials.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Feb. 2026
Bachtrack editor Lawrence Dunn said that the CSO is one of about 50 global arts presenters whose performance calendar is tracked by the website, in an email to the Tribune explaining the list’s methodology.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
For more details about how companies are evaluated, see our full tax relief methodology.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
In addition, the NFL argued that the NFLPA refused to share important information about its survey, including methodology such as whether the data is weighted or averaged, and how qualitative feedback sways results.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Feb. 2026
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Feb. 2026
Bachtrack editor Lawrence Dunn said that the CSO is one of about 50 global arts presenters whose performance calendar is tracked by the website, in an email to the Tribune explaining the list’s methodology.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
For more details about how companies are evaluated, see our full tax relief methodology.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
In addition, the NFL argued that the NFLPA refused to share important information about its survey, including methodology such as whether the data is weighted or averaged, and how qualitative feedback sways results.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodology
Noun
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The episode delves into the confidential medical procedure to collect DNA and evidence and gives one of the most detailed depictions of the process for television.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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This is a common question because the terms rhinoplasty and septorhinoplasty sound similar but actually refer to different types of procedures.—
Carlos Wolf,
Miami Herald,
20 Feb. 2026
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But global warming threw a wrench into this method.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Credit cards, debit cards and mobile payment methods are accepted.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Much of that instability was triggered by the battle between Thaksin and his allies, versus Thailand’s conservative establishment, a small but powerful network of military, royalist, and business elites threatened by his populist policies.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Showcasing industrial policy Beijing utilized the gala to highlight its strategic focus on the robotics sector.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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This week, Bill White, the US ambassador to Belgium, criticized the country for its approach to Jewish ritual circumcision and accused the country of antisemitism.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Dr Amgad Rezk said the process offered significant advantages for industry, with an energy-efficient and scalable approach.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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At the same time, the strategy reflects a broader push to diversify beyond conventional lithium-ion platforms while improving safety, cost structure, and supply chain resilience.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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Crucially, community-building was never conceived as a strategy.—
Amy Francombe,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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Beyond stellar evolution, the computational techniques developed for the study could help researchers model complex flows in oceans, atmospheres, and even blood circulation.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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Or, they can be transformed by techniques such as stir-frying or tempura-battering.—
Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
21 Feb. 2026
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The unusual building is even more complex and fascinating when viewed up close, so take time to walk all the way around it.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Although he did not get paid time and a half for playing 27 holes instead of the normal 18, a healthy check will come his way Sunday afternoon if Penge can hold his position.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Methodology.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodology. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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