as in approaches
the means or procedure for doing something
the city council is stuck in the last century and needs to adopt more modern methods for doing things
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Recent Examples of methods
There are several methods to consider, depending on factors like your plan for the space after removal and your budget.
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Daniel Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
Co-founder Gabriel Saragovia, a civil engineer turned first-time hotelier, sought to make the unique oasis accessible to outside visitors, but only through sustainable methods.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 2026
Keeping a few healthy oils on hand helps match cooking methods and flavor needs.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Cooking methods matter—boiling or poaching eggs keeps them healthy, while frying adds extra calories and fat.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
Today, missile infrastructure is often protected using a series of methods.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Mar. 2026
These methods have proven effective.
—Etiido Uko
march 04, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
The plans would test whether alternative methods for calculating rebates under Medicare Part B and Part D, based on international pricing metrics, will reduce drug costs.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 Mar. 2026
China has employed similar methods, especially at sea.
—Andrew Latham, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
Daniel Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
Co-founder Gabriel Saragovia, a civil engineer turned first-time hotelier, sought to make the unique oasis accessible to outside visitors, but only through sustainable methods.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 2026
Keeping a few healthy oils on hand helps match cooking methods and flavor needs.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Cooking methods matter—boiling or poaching eggs keeps them healthy, while frying adds extra calories and fat.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
Today, missile infrastructure is often protected using a series of methods.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Mar. 2026
These methods have proven effective.
—Etiido Uko
march 04, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
The plans would test whether alternative methods for calculating rebates under Medicare Part B and Part D, based on international pricing metrics, will reduce drug costs.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 Mar. 2026
China has employed similar methods, especially at sea.
—Andrew Latham, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for methods
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Research shows that the most effective ways to help someone end their addiction to alcohol often includes a combination of approaches like behavioral therapies, medications such as naltrexone or disulfiram, and a support system like 12-step programs.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
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Unsurprisingly, people took vastly different approaches to the theme.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2026
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From hidden storage to natural materials, here are a few design strategies that experts recommend for a cleaner, more calming room.—
Adrienne Jordan,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
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This is no longer the case, as companies like Foodbuy have expanded the role of procurement through advanced strategies and strong supplier partnerships.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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The experiments were conducted at ORNL’s Spallation Neutron Source, where scientists used advanced neutron-scattering techniques to observe both the atomic structure and the motion of atoms inside the material.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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At Kakō and Saki, guests feast on seasonal Japanese ingredients highlighting traditional and modern techniques.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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That taxonomic range, from fish to spiders to mammals, required a diverse set of expertise and search methodologies.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
25 Feb. 2026
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The actual start date may vary among countries and Muslim communities due to declarations by multiple Islamic authorities around the globe on whether the crescent had been sighted or different methodologies used to determine the beginning of the month.—
Mariam Fam,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Upstairs, Café Rincon is an excellent, casual eatery with fabulous Costa Rican coffee (some of which is roasted onsite) as well as a pastry case laden with buttery croissants and inventive pastries and a menu with such ways to start the day as breakfast burritos and acai bowls.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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There are two ways for carriers offering nonstop Asia-Europe flights to bypass the closed Middle Eastern airspace.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
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The manners by which stories of heroes were conveyed in antiquity were not so unlike the comic books, movies and TV shows, games, and high-profile PR events of the Marvel Universe.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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The bubbly beverage can be enjoyed on its own or used to make fun mocktail recipes.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
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Crazy-popular Marry Me Chicken has inspired several genius spin-off recipes, including these pretty roll ups.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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This approach improves transparency and trust in autonomous systems that increasingly operate without direct human supervision.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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Libra September 23 – October 22 Regular systems should make your day feel easier.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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