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a usual way of doing something
the thief's modus operandi
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Recent Examples of modus operandi
Killing became the modus operandi of politics.
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Roberto Andrés,
The Dial,
28 May 2026
Your schedule, routines or work environment could feel especially chaotic today, with interruptions throwing off your modus operandi and usual sense of control.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
Their modus operandi is to rescue interesting old buildings in a sorry state of disrepair and liberally sprinkle fairy dust over them.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Unlike hostile takeovers, which often remove chief executives and revamp the modus operandi of the target company, friendly ones tend to leave key personnel in charge and make few changes in corporate policy.
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Carlos Eire,
Time,
23 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for modus operandi
Roberto Andrés,
The Dial,
28 May 2026
Your schedule, routines or work environment could feel especially chaotic today, with interruptions throwing off your modus operandi and usual sense of control.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
Their modus operandi is to rescue interesting old buildings in a sorry state of disrepair and liberally sprinkle fairy dust over them.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Unlike hostile takeovers, which often remove chief executives and revamp the modus operandi of the target company, friendly ones tend to leave key personnel in charge and make few changes in corporate policy.
—
Carlos Eire,
Time,
23 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for modus operandi
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modus operandi
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Such methods can be more convenient than consulting websites or discussing such issues with a friend, neighbor or faith leader.
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Engineers could compare different surface coatings and fabrication methods to identify options that produce the least electrical noise, helping improve the performance of future quantum computers and quantum sensing technologies.
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Corlys, one of few characters on the show who has survived long enough to ask for a favor in return for his service, shares his plan with Rhaenyra, asking her earnestly for public support from the crown.
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The government claimed the feature could increase cybercrime incidents and has directed the platform to pause its plans.
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But even here, where the damage is being done gleefully and wantonly, the US Congress has stood up to these funding cuts in a bipartisan manner.
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The platform should be structured in a manner that is intuitive, engaging and easy to navigate, enabling employees to quickly locate relevant information and resources.
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Mouth Competitive eaters have a unique approach to eating that differs significantly from that of the average person.
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But even opening on 1,500 screens, Harris’ brilliantly dexterous approach proved too much for the film’s marketers.
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Below are nine recipes featured in the special, offering everything from classic barbecue favorites to regional dishes inspired by communities across the country.
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Here, instead of the mustard that’s included in many classic potato salad recipes, sour cream, vinegar, and briny pickles team up to lend a lovely amount of tartness to cut through the richness of the potatoes, eggs, and mayo.
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Miles of security fencing now surround the National Mall, with extensive road closures and airport-style screening at entrances to both the Great American State Fair and the Salute to America event.
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This pretty jean skirt has a stretchy drawstring waistband and two deep front pockets that add a laidback touch to the midi style.
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Each issue is filled with breaking news, deep insights and exclusive strategies for becoming a better traveler.
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Teams that are not ready solve yesterday's problems and call it strategy.
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These conditions had much higher fatality rates in 1776 because Americans had no antibiotics, few vaccines, no understanding of germ theory, no sterile surgical techniques and limited access to hospitals, experts note.
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Creativity, though, presumes a background in classic technique onto which a personal point of view is added.
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“Modus operandi.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modus%20operandi. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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