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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
The project, known as QUASAR-CREATE, seeks to address a specific vulnerability in modern digital infrastructure, which is the eventual ability of quantum computers to bypass current encryption methods.
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Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026
Using methods including high-resolution 3D scanning, researchers found that many of the 92 fragments bear cut marks on their inner surfaces, indicating that the turtles were carefully butchered by Neanderthals — with limbs detached, internal organs removed and shells thoroughly cleaned.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Clavicular, whose real name is Braden Peters, is widely viewed as a leading figure in the looksmaxxing community, an online movement of young men pursuing methods to maximize their physical attractiveness.
—Ryan Brennan
april 15, Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2026
Several states have partnered with a company called ReUp that facilitates reenrollment through coaching and data tools that allow schools to refine outreach methods.
—ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
Some roaches like German cockroaches actually develop a resistance to insecticide, so multiple methods may be needed to get rid of them.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
Reports from organizations such as Bloomberg have highlighted how attackers are adopting new methods, including those enabled by emerging technologies.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
Redshirt junior tight end Matt Wagner has fallen victim to one of Danielson’s new methods.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 Apr. 2026
Sociology relies on rigorous research methods including quantitative analysis, qualitative interviews and mixed-methods designs.
—Carla Cox, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026
Using methods including high-resolution 3D scanning, researchers found that many of the 92 fragments bear cut marks on their inner surfaces, indicating that the turtles were carefully butchered by Neanderthals — with limbs detached, internal organs removed and shells thoroughly cleaned.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Clavicular, whose real name is Braden Peters, is widely viewed as a leading figure in the looksmaxxing community, an online movement of young men pursuing methods to maximize their physical attractiveness.
—Ryan Brennan
april 15, Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2026
Several states have partnered with a company called ReUp that facilitates reenrollment through coaching and data tools that allow schools to refine outreach methods.
—ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
Some roaches like German cockroaches actually develop a resistance to insecticide, so multiple methods may be needed to get rid of them.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
Reports from organizations such as Bloomberg have highlighted how attackers are adopting new methods, including those enabled by emerging technologies.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
Redshirt junior tight end Matt Wagner has fallen victim to one of Danielson’s new methods.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 Apr. 2026
Sociology relies on rigorous research methods including quantitative analysis, qualitative interviews and mixed-methods designs.
—Carla Cox, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for methods
Noun
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Apr. 2026
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As the nation’s tax-filing deadline approaches, immigrants worry that filing taxes may put them in danger after the IRS shared information with ICE last year.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
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Looking back on his 27 years with the bank, Gentry said the timing, loopholes, tax strategies and negotiations that gave the business its acquisitive edge were not because of dumb luck.—
Chase Jordan
April 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds - from financial professionals to everyday individuals - come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
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Pigment analysis with Raman spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) identified the painting techniques and the chromatic palette, highlighting the use of cinnabar, as per the study.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Apr. 2026
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Other speakers will focus on the importance of dark skies, impacts on wildlife from light pollution, and lighting techniques to preserve the night sky.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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In reaction, Afreximbank in January formally ended its relationship with one of the Big Three rating agencies, arguing that rating methodologies applied to states and multilateral institutions fail to reflect development mandates.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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Other methodologies are either too expensive or wouldn’t produce timely results, current and former CDC scientists said.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
10 Apr. 2026
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The totals are incomplete because agencies like the FBI have found ways to access the data without reporting the searches publicly, said Elizabeth Goitein, senior director of the Liberty and National Security Program at the Brennan Center for Justice at New York University.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Still, chefs work within supply limits, introducing the product in deliberate ways and building familiarity one dish at a time.—
Jaia Clingham-David,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Apr. 2026
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This sunny fruit enlivens steamed greens, seafood treasures of all manners, such as, crab cakes, shrimp cocktail, and poached salmon, along with scrumptious baked goods and desserts (meringue pies and bars, tarts, ricotta pancakes, sorbets, silky curds, scones, biscottis, muffins).—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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Protecting those bonds isn’t just good manners.—
Ryan Brennan
April 10,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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Almond extract is classically used as a background flavor in traditional wedding cake recipes and in many bakery-style white or yellow cakes.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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Early recipes typically relied on pectin-rich fruits like apples and quinces to achieve a firm, set texture.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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Spray dry toilet paper with cleansing, soothing and refreshing Pristine to create an instant wet wipe that is actually flushable and safe for your sewer and septic systems.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Beijing is delivering new air defense systems to Iran within the next few weeks and is working to route the shipments through third countries to mask their true origin, according to CNN.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Methods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methods. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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