modus operandi

noun

Definition of modus operandinext
as in method
formal a usual way of doing something the thief's modus operandi

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Recent Examples of modus operandi KatzPascale’s entire modus operandi now is to liberate the process. — Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 11 June 2026 The modus operandi extends beyond the interior, shaping how each space relates to the sea and the owner’s style of living. — Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 31 May 2026 Not surprisingly, Marx isn’t the only gubernatorial candidate for whom exaggeration and mythologizing are the modus operandi. — Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 28 May 2026 Killing became the modus operandi of politics. — Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for modus operandi
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modus operandi
  1. method
  2. plan
  3. manner
  4. approach
  5. recipe
  6. style
  7. strategy
  8. technique
Noun
  • The last scientific study of state’s bear population was conducted by researchers from the University of Connecticut between 2013 and 2014, using similar methods.
    — John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
  • There was Adriana de Moura’s method in the Hamptons, which entailed getting naked in a bathtub to mark her territory.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of method
Noun
  • On Sunday, Kushner and Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya also held talks in Egypt to discuss the plan, according to a source familiar with the matter.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The ambitious redevelopment plan, approved in 2023, had a price tag of $660 million and called for more than 1,200 housing units, 70,000 square feet of commercial space and other amenities.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of plan
Noun
  • Previously, third-tier sides could spend 60 per cent of relevant turnover, alongside varying proportions of equity injected by owners, with the latter included in SCMP calculations in a staggered manner.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The total airfare would still have to be listed in some manner under the new rules.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of manner
Noun
  • Bessent described a two-pronged approach featuring financial pressure and a physical blockade of Islamic republic's ports.
    — Frank Andrews, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In a special Open Thoughts podcast held in Korea, where YoungBoy now lives, host Funny Marco (known for his deadpan approach) asked if there was ever a time during his early performances that the artist felt like pulling back.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of approach
Noun
  • His career later expanded into recipe development and national influencer marketing.
    — Sophia Buonpane, Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The chain replaced its soft bun with a more sturdier version, changed the recipe for its mayonnaise and now serves it in a box instead of wrapped in paper.
    — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of recipe
Noun
  • The Bills — sporting their new-look, attack-style 3-4 defense — attempted to stay as vanilla as possible while executing their core defensive philosophies.
    — Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • That means cables, socks, Legos, kids' pajamas, and everything else not taller than the unit itself are up for grabs, Pac-Man style.
    — Joe Salas August 14, New Atlas, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of style
Noun
  • Crews arrived and immediately adopted a defensive strategy while trying to bring the blaze under control.
    — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Amir Becker, Dream’s chief business and strategy officer, said the way the AI system operated in this latest case was alarming.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of strategy
Noun
  • Ottchil, a Korean lacquer technique, can be spotted on a vessel in the kitchen and the custom screens Kim’s studio commissioned for the primary bedroom.
    — Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Yet another East Village gem, this bakery differs from other neighborhood spots because of its use of Malaysian flavors by way of French techniques.
    — Kyle Beechey, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of technique

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