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 This is Kubrick’s modus operandi throughout the film, setting up scenes where furniture moves from shot to shot, wall decorations change, and there are further schisms between Ullman’s exposition and the reality that transpires. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2026 His Warholian modus operandi evoked suspicion throughout the art world, which was rather the point. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 As the group debates players, Pitt reveals the new modus operandi for the Oakland Athletics. — Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2026 The facade cracked on the nicer face of the same old modus operandi. — Rachel Marsden, Hartford Courant, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for modus operandi

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Noun

Using this method, the team produced HDRMs in approximately five minutes.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Nov. 2026
For all the impressive creativity — and creative cooling methods — there is a small oliphaunt in the room.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of method

Noun

Reyes is giving each side a chance to be heard on her plan to name Liu as special master in the case.

— GARY FIELDS, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
Authorities in quake-prone Japan regularly instruct people to stock up on bottled water, food and batteries, have plans ready to hide under tables and keep comfortable walking shoes at hand.

— Yuri Kageyama, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of plan

Noun

The medical examiner classified the manner of death as homicide, and said the presence of a synthetic cannabanoid in his system 'was a significant contributing factor'.

— Brian Maass, CBS News, 13 Nov. 2026
The film’s frenzied manner also speaks to societal anxieties in a way that’s a little surprising coming from Hollywood.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of manner

Noun

That Miami connection continues to inform their approach to cross-border investing.

— William Jones, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026
Jacob said the approach could prove politically effective, particularly when the discussion turns to children, but cautioned against conflating the different healthcare proposals.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of approach

Noun

Uber Eats customers, for instance, can use Cart Assistance to upload a handwritten grocery list or recipe screenshot to the app and AI will fill up their basket with the items.

— Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 10 Nov. 2026
Today’s recipe Chess bars are a Southern treat typically made with a cake base topped with a rich cream cheese filling that’s very, very sweet.

— Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of recipe

Noun

Set on 600 acres at the mouth of the Bedwell River, the off-grid retreat is known for its 25 safari-style canvas tents, cedar-plank boardwalks, and wilderness adventures.

— Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
The reigning Atlantic 10 Player of the Year, Avila rose to notoriety during his time at Saint Louis and Indiana State due to his play style and signature goggles.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of style

Noun

Japan has rejigged its incentives scheme for international productions as part of the bold IP360 national strategy to boost its content sector.

— Gavin J Blair, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2026
The openings, on Monday, signal a shift in strategy from social media to physical retail.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of strategy

Noun

Leibovit said Pal used the replacement concept, which is a stop-motion technique seen today in the works of Tim Burton, Guillermo del Toro and the films of LAIKA Studios.

— Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
The founder, Amy Rose, created the technique more than 20 years ago, when her son had a serious reaction to food and ended up in the hospital.

— CBS News, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026

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