as in methods
formal
a usual way of doing something
the thief's modus operandi
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Some other unconventional methods include steaming the fabric to soften the threads and then stretch, as well as wetting the garment and then pining it down at the correct size, like how crocheters stretch out granny squares.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2026 -
This guide explores various methods to eliminate soap scum and offers preventive measures to stop its return.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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Besides being undeniably delicious, these creations put an end to indecision, offering two craveable recipes in each bite.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Some of our favorite comforting recipes are the ones our grandmothers have been making for decades, while others are an intriguing twist on the traditional.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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Attorneys and advocates have repeatedly criticized the conditions in ICE’s detention center in Aurora and have protested against plans to open more facilities in parts of rural Colorado.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
15 Jan. 2026
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Full stack Huawei has expanded its Ascend series of AI chips in recent years and plans to launch its next-generation Ascend 950 in 2026.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 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,
6 Jan. 2026
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This Is the Way to Tea Party From setting the table to greeting guests, Cece teaches her friends how to use their best manners while enjoying a tea party.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
2 Jan. 2026
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As Uganda’s election approaches on Thursday, the atmosphere in Kampala carries that same thick, familiar weight of inevitability.—
Charles Onyango-Obbo,
semafor.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Hurzeler visited England rugby’s training camp in November 2025, noting different approaches which included the head coach watching from the stands instead of on the touchline.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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The team used vacuum or micro-injection techniques The team with LLNL’s Nuclear and Chemical Sciences (NACS) Division, developed the radiochemical techniques to purify target material.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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This short film blends traditional animation with abstract expressionism using innovative video-to-video techniques.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
8 Jan. 2026
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California’s State Controller Malia Cohen brought a statewide perspective on fiscal leadership, accountability and strategies that strengthen communities, including those in the San Fernando Valley.—
Marianne Love,
Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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At the time, the installation was touted to improve gunshot detection, response time and support proactive policing strategies.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
12 Jan. 2026
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Lululemon’s latest End of Season Sale features hundreds of popular legging styles like the Wunder Train High-Rise Tights and must-have shoes and accessories.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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Luckily, discount site Rue La La just quietly marked down a handful of popular styles — and prices start at $90.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Modi operandi.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modi%20operandi. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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