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as in processes
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result
followed the procedure for replacing the broken part exactly as the owner's manual instructed
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as in policies
a way of acting or proceeding
followed standard procedure for dealing with a consumer complaint
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Recent Examples of procedures
Satisfied with medical procedures already in place, NASA ordered no extra checkups for the crew ahead of liftoff and no new diagnostic equipment was packed.
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Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
Permits cannot be denied because the event is controversial, filing procedures weren't followed in time before a breaking news event or the application fee was too high.
—John Tufts, IndyStar, 14 Feb. 2026
Council member Gay Donnell Willis, the committee’s chair, questioned whether city procedures were followed and warned that the situation raises concerns about potential waste.
—Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
My cousin, an emergency room physician, performed procedures by the light of an iPhone.
—Lara N. Dotson-Renta, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
In November 2024, the state Department of Public Health in a consent order fined Waterbury Hospital $60,000 for violations of state law and called on the hospital to develop, review and revise policies and procedures related to staffing levels, abuse prevention and other policies.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 13 Feb. 2026
The appropriate response is to examine whether procedures were followed, whether laws and resources are adequate, and whether improvements are needed to better protect public safety.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Dishes were washed and put away without wash, rinse and sanitize procedures.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
february 13, Sacbee.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Several factors contribute to Turkey’s position as a major center for hair restoration procedures.
—Daniel Fusch, jsonline.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
Permits cannot be denied because the event is controversial, filing procedures weren't followed in time before a breaking news event or the application fee was too high.
—John Tufts, IndyStar, 14 Feb. 2026
Council member Gay Donnell Willis, the committee’s chair, questioned whether city procedures were followed and warned that the situation raises concerns about potential waste.
—Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
My cousin, an emergency room physician, performed procedures by the light of an iPhone.
—Lara N. Dotson-Renta, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
In November 2024, the state Department of Public Health in a consent order fined Waterbury Hospital $60,000 for violations of state law and called on the hospital to develop, review and revise policies and procedures related to staffing levels, abuse prevention and other policies.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 13 Feb. 2026
The appropriate response is to examine whether procedures were followed, whether laws and resources are adequate, and whether improvements are needed to better protect public safety.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Dishes were washed and put away without wash, rinse and sanitize procedures.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
february 13, Sacbee.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Several factors contribute to Turkey’s position as a major center for hair restoration procedures.
—Daniel Fusch, jsonline.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for procedures
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The other prohibits using threats, coercion or fraud in certain voting processes.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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These firms help individuals and families with immigration petitions, deportation defense, asylum, green cards and citizenship processes, tailored to Texas-specific legal and enforcement dynamics.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone
February 10,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Feb. 2026
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And federal policies that take away that basic freedom have no place in this country.—
Josh M. Shepherd,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Congress faces a deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security, with the impasse centered on immigration enforcement policies.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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According to the study, this approach is more than 10 times faster than conventional image processing methods.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Feb. 2026
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Though much of the money comes from subscriptions from companies and other heavy users, companies serving regular consumers will probably need to increasingly rely on ads and other methods to monetize mass market users.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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While neighboring vineyards resorted to grafting their vines onto pest-resistant American roots, DRC used various intensive strategies to keep its original European vines intact, at least until the 1940s.—
Pin Yen Tan 9 min ago,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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The attempt to create a viable and vibrant residential hub arrives after years of neglect and fumbled strategies by the prior owner, an affiliate of real estate firm Z&L Properties.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Campers will explore different book formats and basic paper-engineering techniques while designing and illustrating their own original projects inspired by stories and shared reading.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Feb. 2026
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Beyond the cinematic techniques, Manuel values the personal insights gained from the extended mentorship.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2026
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Run by the international Caravane Earth Foundation, this agricultural initiative has brought together global experts to research farming methodologies that combine traditional practices with innovation.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Feb. 2026
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His strict and meticulous methodologies taught some of the smartest people on the planet how to behave like complete idiots, paving the way for a new generation of red-nosed fools to pratfall onto the stage.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
10 Feb. 2026
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Another measure, House Bill 1645, would create state versions of FEMA programs as Mississippi officials prepare for reduced federal disaster support.—
ALEX ROZIER Mississippi Today,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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In higher education, the focus should be on affordability, accountability, and job outcomes, even expanding dual-credit and credential programs.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Procedures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procedures. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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