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
Many existing models still rely on empirical methods developed several decades ago.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
The aforementioned methods account for around half of all participants.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Ingmar Bergman’s early-fifties soap commercials put daring methods—metafiction, animation, and even a 3-D parody—to comedic ends.
—Hilton Als, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025
It was first successfully employed in an aquatic environment in 2008 to detect the presence of an invasive species — the American bullfrog — in France, after more traditional methods of DNA detection, such as audio or visual surveys, had been unsuccessful.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
Their premium platinum subscription will make a particularly special gift, featuring some of the rarest, hardest to get beans and often utilizing really interesting and innovative production methods.
—Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Nov. 2025
Through these methods, the company keeps its fintech tactics anchored in empathy and authenticity.
—William Jones, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
If these methods don’t work, contact a repair technician to inspect, identify, and fix the problem.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Choose from any of the preferred payment methods.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
The aforementioned methods account for around half of all participants.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Ingmar Bergman’s early-fifties soap commercials put daring methods—metafiction, animation, and even a 3-D parody—to comedic ends.
—Hilton Als, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025
It was first successfully employed in an aquatic environment in 2008 to detect the presence of an invasive species — the American bullfrog — in France, after more traditional methods of DNA detection, such as audio or visual surveys, had been unsuccessful.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
Their premium platinum subscription will make a particularly special gift, featuring some of the rarest, hardest to get beans and often utilizing really interesting and innovative production methods.
—Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Nov. 2025
Through these methods, the company keeps its fintech tactics anchored in empathy and authenticity.
—William Jones, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
If these methods don’t work, contact a repair technician to inspect, identify, and fix the problem.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Choose from any of the preferred payment methods.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for methods
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Reflecting different creative approaches and scopes of production.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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Lightweight luggage, versatile clothing, and clever carry-on strategies that anticipate the little headaches most travelers overlook.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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Despite over a century of investigation, there is still no cure, but advances in diagnostic tools, treatments and preventive strategies continue to offer hope for slowing the disease and improving quality of life for patients and caregivers.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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Known for sustainable, eco-friendly practices, Fixi blends local ingredients with innovative techniques for an unforgettable experience.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Researchers plan to improve the ACB by modifying its internal components using two techniques.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Mickey & Friends capsule is a continuation of the brand’s strategy to blend archival work with up-to-date fashion methodologies.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
24 Oct. 2025
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Meta disputes the methodologies behind them.—
Charlotte Alter,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
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Wellington, New Zealand AP — There are easier ways to cross an ocean, but few are as slick or stylish as the remora’s whale-surfing joyride.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Electric vehicles have accelerated the search for more efficient and affordable ways to power next-generation transport.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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For my British mum, Paddington was manners, tea, and marmalade sandwiches.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
4 Nov. 2025
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Halsey might be welcoming fans back to the badlands, but that doesn’t mean people are allowed to have bad manners at their shows.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
4 Nov. 2025
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The process involved blind testing of the recipes by members, tasting by their families and an editing process that strove for recipe uniformity and accuracy.—
Molly Guthrey,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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Finally, Florida cranberry (Hibiscus sabdariffa) shows off stunning, edible red calyces that remain once flowers have fallen and can be used in a variety of recipes for baked goods, stews, chutneys, or simply for making tea.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
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These storms can cause intermittent satellite navigation issues and high-frequency radio disruptions, as well as voltage corrections in power systems, particularly at high latitudes.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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These risks have prompted the United States, China, and other spacefaring nations to develop advanced systems for tracking, avoiding, and potentially removing orbital debris.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Methods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methods. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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