modi operandi

noun

plural of modus operandi
as in methods
formal a usual way of doing something the thief's modus operandi

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modi operandi
  1. methods
  2. recipes
  3. plans
  4. manners
  5. approaches
  6. techniques
  7. strategies
  8. styles
Noun
  • This allows engineers to test processing stages, collect operating data and refine methods before production is expanded.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The recycling alliance also hides its methods for determining the fees, the lawsuit said.
    — Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 31 July 2026
Definition of methods
Noun
  • The standard way to shop usually means picking recipes first, making a list, and buying those exact ingredients regardless of price.
    — Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 July 2026
  • Owner Audrey Dixon, niece of original owner Jana Howell, is selling the original recipes of the popular sugar cookies, cupcakes, cake balls, cheesecakes and cookie cakes.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026
Definition of recipes
Noun
  • Use your voice to build connection, clarify plans, and make cooperation feel easier for everyone involved.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Generate topical daily lesson plans with engaging hands-on activities.
    — Beth Collums, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of plans
Noun
  • According to Martin Limpert, Managing Director of Range Rover, the new model has been conceived to redefine expectations of the grand touring segment by combining engaging road manners with capabilities that traditional GT cars simply cannot offer.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Abroad, it will be interpreted as representing the manners of all Americans, so your embarrassment is understandable.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 15 July 2026
Definition of manners
Noun
  • If tablet and laptop are to draw closer, balancing the two approaches in a single app could be the worst of both worlds.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • As the second anniversary of Hurricane Helene approaches, Atlanta native Andrew Aydin recalls the day in late September when the devastating storm struck his community in Western North Carolina.
    — Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of approaches
Noun
  • Basic techniques, the company said, like weak passwords and unauthenticated endpoints.
    — Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Skilled Photoshop artists spent years mastering masking, selections and retouching techniques, only to watch AI remove a complex background with a single click.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of techniques
Noun
  • Rebuilding global inventories would take about 18 months, even before accounting for new storage facilities that countries are planning as part of their energy security strategies.
    — Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • For organizations seeking meaningful ways to activate teams and elevate corporate culture, five actionable strategies can bring allyship to life well beyond a single date on the calendar.
    — Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of strategies
Noun
  • While plenty of chic boots are obviously on her radar, her seasonal collection includes a range of other styles, too, like sneakers, loafers, and flats.
    — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Most European hotels and house rentals don’t have air conditioning, so lightweight fabrics and layered styles are essential.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of styles
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