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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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as in to refine
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Recent Examples of process
Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 15 May 2025
The film will chronicle a year in the life of the aerobatics team of the French Air and Space Force, from the selection process and intense training to its signature elite aerial displays.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 May 2025
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
PC Magazine, 15 May 2025
Break down verbal instructions to allow a person with ASD more time to process them.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
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Noun
Finding that line is never easy, and the process of searching for it begins anew with each game.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 15 May 2025
The film will chronicle a year in the life of the aerobatics team of the French Air and Space Force, from the selection process and intense training to its signature elite aerial displays.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 May 2025
Adjective
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
Verb
The audio also doesn't really feel as spacious as the AirPods Max, which have a wider soundstage and can sometimes come across as overly processed.
—PC Magazine, 15 May 2025
Break down verbal instructions to allow a person with ASD more time to process them.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for process
Noun
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Saving Nora requires building her a new aorta and a stapling procedure that goes against everything Teddy knows about heart surgery.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
16 May 2025
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The procedure involves a flexible tube attached to a camera and tools.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
16 May 2025
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Brimming with character, capital city Muscat is home to cultural attractions that offer a glimpse at the country’s profound connection to its heritage while embracing a nuanced approach to modern progress.—
Natasha Amar,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Joel, Avie, and Bryan paid keen attention to progress, leaving Gill to immerse himself in the football side and the brothers then committed to a bigger space housing 40 to 50 employees in Pall Mall at an annual rent of £5million.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
Noun
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Rosen, who lives in Oceanside, L.I., has no prior arrests, though he has been given summonses three times for speeding and once for driving the wrong way, sources said.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2025
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All three were charged with simple assault and disorderly conduct and were given summonses to appear in court.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Identify one region or patient population to start with, measure the impact and refine the model before scaling. 5.—
Thanh Pham,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Designed by the aforementioned Cliff May in 1953 as his personal residence (and known as the Experimental Ranch House), the 3,165-square-foot abode was restored and refined by Marmol Radziner during Richardson’s ownership.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Other programs may take them to reuse as shopping bags or return them to stores.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 May 2025
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Reusable drones, in contrast, can be recovered and reused in these cases, lowering long-term costs and logistical strain, particularly in high-attrition environments.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Noun
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It is processed using a chrome tanning method to preserve its natural texture, then shrunk using special agents instead of heat to retain the organic grain and wrinkles.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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In contrast with Lutherans and other Reformation faiths, Calvinism insisted on discipline as a key method for unifying communities.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Researchers at Stanford have also developed digital twins to understand the progression of cardiovascular diseases and the potential effectiveness of interventions.—
Mika Newton,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Finishing top will ensure progression to the competition’s semi-finals, while a top-two finish guarantees a place League A for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers and a more straightforward qualification route.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
Noun
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The incident began when an officer on patrol spotted a vehicle being driven north on Hemingway Avenue that was believed to be tied to a felony arrest warrant, according to Capt. Joseph M. Murgo of the East Haven Police Department.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
8 May 2025
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Google is a corporation, and the fear that its platforms — and others — will now use AI to scrutinize private, confidential, secure information warrants reflection.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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“Process.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/process. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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