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as in procedure
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result
the process by which the elastic fibers spun by silkworms is turned into soft, lustrous cloth
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
in the process of doing this project we all learned a lot
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as in imitation
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Recent Examples of process
Kristine Phillips, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2020
The state can’t yet process unemployment claims from independent contractors and the self-employed, even though the federal government has temporarily extended benefits to those workers, St. Louis Public Radio reported.
—USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2020
Tribune Content Agency, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2025
However, oat milk can be processed in a facility in which other products that contain gluten are made, so that oat milk could become contaminated.7
Another contaminant could be soy.
—Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2025
The Deadline Team, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2025
This process releases gas as a byproduct, which can lead to bloating.2 The key to avoiding these side effects is to add fiber to your diet gradually so your body can get used to it.
—Dr. Roshini Raj, Health, 7 Aug. 2025
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Noun
State Democrats and Republicans both agree that local election workers should be allowed to pre-process ballots early.
—Kristine Phillips, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2020
The state can’t yet process unemployment claims from independent contractors and the self-employed, even though the federal government has temporarily extended benefits to those workers, St. Louis Public Radio reported.
—USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2020
Adjective
But, as Sirmon alluded to, the ability to process NFL game speed has also come quickly.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2025
However, oat milk can be processed in a facility in which other products that contain gluten are made, so that oat milk could become contaminated.7
Another contaminant could be soy.
—Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
The event will also include immersive activations designed to showcase every facet of the production process, from costume displays, interactive sound mixing and editing exhibits to a script wall featuring pivotal scenes and an interactive room.
—The Deadline Team, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2025
This process releases gas as a byproduct, which can lead to bloating.2 The key to avoiding these side effects is to add fiber to your diet gradually so your body can get used to it.
—Dr. Roshini Raj, Health, 7 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for process
Recent Examples of Synonyms for process
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After the mother was reported missing, her home and the immediate surrounding area were searched as part of standard procedure, Commander Rick Krakow of the Naperville Police Department tells PEOPLE.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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In the past, standard procedures were used to handle allegations of antisemitism, such as letting the institution know; asking them to address the claims, if found to be legitimate; and giving the university time to address the incident.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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Currently, there is no data indicating the containment progress of the fire and its cause has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Acting as connectors who drop into pockets, help progress play, and vacate the front line for wide or deeper runners to exploit.—
Sukhman Singh,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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In recent years, the agency’s inspections have increased drastically, up 158% between 2024 and 2025 while corresponding data showed summonses issued to those businesses increased by 259% in the same period.—
Tosha Miller,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025
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The Denver Fire Department, which oversees conveyances in the city, warns that noncompliance will result in officials shutting down elevators and issuing summonses to appear in court.—
Sam Tabachnik,
Denver Post,
6 July 2025
Verb
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In a Facebook post, Rep. Kim Holloway, R-Mayfield, expressed regret over voting in favor of SB 181 and said lawmakers should have taken more time to refine the language of the law.—
Ruby Grisin,
The Courier-Journal,
6 Aug. 2025
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The most common form is white table sugar, which is highly refined.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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She's reused the footage since in other videos explicitly about Swift (and gotten millions more views).—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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The volcanic stone is sustainably sourced, the casing made from recycled materials, and the lava rock ball can be removed, washed, dried overnight and reused again and again.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Include how much your clients paid for the system right up front, then run them through the method.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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States have turned to using the method as access to the drugs needed for lethal injections has been limited in recent years.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The five temperance habits, along with all character development, follow a progression through five levels.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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But there has to be some level of progression without diluting the iconic-ness of Wednesday.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025
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One critic of Johnson’s decision to back off a no-knock warrant ban in the new version came from an unlikely corner of the City Council.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
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The equity and warrants that the league receives as part of its commercial deals, like these data tie-ups, are shared with players under the cap.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Process.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/process. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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