Thesaurus results for MODUS OPERANDI

modus operandi

noun

Definition of modus operandi

as in method

formal a usual way of doing something the thief's modus operandi

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Recent Examples of modus operandi The mural has reignited a familiar debate over whether Banksy’s modus operandi should be treated as criminal vandalism or culturally significant public art. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Police said the modus operandi was similar in both robberies — three men walked into a business with guns and demanded property. — Dylan Olsen, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 But the modus operandi of modern-era FIFA is to go bigger and bolder than before. — Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 21 July 2026 The last three Republican presidents have left the country in the economic and war-ravaged mess that is the standard Republican modus operandi. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for modus operandi

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Noun

Vintage cleaning methods like vinegar, baking soda, and bleach are effective, affordable, and versatile cleaning agents.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2026
On the outside, the versatility continues with seven distinct carry methods.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of method

Noun

The island has hosted a Ground Self-Defense Force garrison since 2016, while Tokyo has plans to add additional air-defense capabilities in the coming years.

— Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2026
California’s plan to save coastal homes from El Niño could end up killing beaches.

— Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of plan

Noun

This indicates that black hole jets don't influence gas around galaxies in a uniform manner, but at preferred points.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 2 Oct. 2026
The notice cited the campus’ time, place and manner policy which restricts when, where and how students can hold protests and stated that sanctions up to expulsion may be imposed if the student is found responsible.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of manner

Noun

The stone leans toward or away from the steel; the steel approaches or withdraws from the stone.

— Barry Schwabsky, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Raffles Bali also takes a responsible approach to waste management, using compost fertilizer made from kitchen and landscape waste and repurposing calcium carbonate-rich eggshells from the restaurants for organic fertilizer in the herb garden.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of approach

Noun

Pumping gas in and out of a seismic fault line sounds like a recipe for earthquakes, but cyclic testing over a 10-year period showed the exact opposite effect.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026
The worst came during the early hours of July 28, when heavy rains fell on already soggy ground, running down steep hills into narrow river valleys — a perfect recipe for fast, devastating flooding.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of recipe

Noun

Adopting techniques from classic-Hollywood style, cinematographers dusted off antiquated equipment, using tungsten bulbs instead of LEDs to create the low-key contrasts typical of the genre.

— Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Its official music video, which was uploaded in 2019 and now clocks up one billion views, was shot in the style of a telenovela.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of style

Noun

Pink Pony is a flagship program of Ralph Lauren’s Timeless by Design 2030 citizenship and sustainability strategy, reflecting Ralph Lauren’s deep commitment to supporting the fight against cancer.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Across industries, women continue to take on roles with greater control over capital, strategy and technology at some of the world’s most consequential businesses.

— CNBC.com staff, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of strategy

Noun

The technique requires hypervigilance to the present moment, yet is cultivated through thought exercises that evoke alloyed realities, as through a mixed-reality headset.

— Sophie Landres, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
The designs will further incorporate such craft techniques as traditional leather marquetry and laser printing that transform Louis Vuitton’s iconic Capucines handbag into a wearable canvas.

— Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

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