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as in rules
an accepted way of conducting oneself in a given situation
Their behavior was considered a breach of diplomatic protocol.
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as in procedures
a preestablished method of carrying out a task and especially a scientific or medical task
The school developed a protocol for the treatment of concussions on the sports field.
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Recent Examples of protocols
In part, the McKinley administration standardized various press protocols and routines involved in managing the press corps—holding somewhat regular briefings, for example, and carefully timing White House announcements.
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JSTOR Daily, 7 Nov. 2025
The formulations, doses, and follow-up protocols vary widely.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 Nov. 2025
Lowell’s motion does not contest the security protocols required for handling classified evidence but asks for a facility that would maintain equivalent protections closer to Bolton’s residence.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The team has developed their methodology using SA Pathways and Protocols, while also building on protocols outlined by the Nuclear Truth Project, which fosters collaboration between First Nations peoples affected by testing.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Classified under the ultralight category, these vehicles can be flown for recreation with fewer restrictions, provided users undergo proper training and adhere to safety protocols.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
The department is responsible for ensuring safety protocols are followed through every stage of spacecraft development and testing, and when scientists and engineers interface with potential hazards like high-pressure procedures, vacuum chambers, radioactive materials and heavyweight hardware.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Matt Boulos, head of policy and safety for Imbue, a founding member of the organization, hopes to see agentic AI develop common protocols, much like the early web, that enable anyone — from tiny startups to massive tech companies — to innovate and add value to the ecosystem.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 29 Oct. 2025
The network manages transactions for everything from DeFi protocols to NFT marketplaces, generating authentic utility that underpins demand.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Oct. 2025
JSTOR Daily, 7 Nov. 2025
The formulations, doses, and follow-up protocols vary widely.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 Nov. 2025
Lowell’s motion does not contest the security protocols required for handling classified evidence but asks for a facility that would maintain equivalent protections closer to Bolton’s residence.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The team has developed their methodology using SA Pathways and Protocols, while also building on protocols outlined by the Nuclear Truth Project, which fosters collaboration between First Nations peoples affected by testing.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Classified under the ultralight category, these vehicles can be flown for recreation with fewer restrictions, provided users undergo proper training and adhere to safety protocols.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
The department is responsible for ensuring safety protocols are followed through every stage of spacecraft development and testing, and when scientists and engineers interface with potential hazards like high-pressure procedures, vacuum chambers, radioactive materials and heavyweight hardware.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Matt Boulos, head of policy and safety for Imbue, a founding member of the organization, hopes to see agentic AI develop common protocols, much like the early web, that enable anyone — from tiny startups to massive tech companies — to innovate and add value to the ecosystem.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 29 Oct. 2025
The network manages transactions for everything from DeFi protocols to NFT marketplaces, generating authentic utility that underpins demand.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protocols
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Still in its early stages, Montgomery Steppe’s proposal calls for free medical care, including prescription drugs, to be provided to people who lose Medi-Cal benefits or face ineligibility under new rules for Medicaid.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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In practice, though, these presidents did not always adhere to its rules.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The most notorious procedures at the Yemassee facility were conducted by George Ward, a veterinarian who’d helped LABS of Virginia import macaques from Indonesia in the nineties.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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The department is responsible for ensuring safety protocols are followed through every stage of spacecraft development and testing, and when scientists and engineers interface with potential hazards like high-pressure procedures, vacuum chambers, radioactive materials and heavyweight hardware.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Known for sustainable, eco-friendly practices, Fixi blends local ingredients with innovative techniques for an unforgettable experience.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Researchers plan to improve the ACB by modifying its internal components using two techniques.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Leonora measures out her days in courtesies and slights, the former dominating the beginning of the book, the latter rapidly gaining ground.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Determined to stop the anti-imperial policies of Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser, British and French representatives met with Israeli officials in October 1956 to forge a secret agreement for a coordinated offensive against Egypt.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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Skeptics who did not attend the victory party worry that the deregulatory policies California YIMBY is pushing for won’t lead to that and other lofty changes.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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These storms can cause intermittent satellite navigation issues and high-frequency radio disruptions, as well as voltage corrections in power systems, particularly at high latitudes.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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These risks have prompted the United States, China, and other spacefaring nations to develop advanced systems for tracking, avoiding, and potentially removing orbital debris.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Protocols.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protocols. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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