Definition of systematicnext
as in organized
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern the first systematic effort to find witnesses to the crime systematic elimination and reintroduction of certain foods to determine what he's allergic to

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Recent Examples of systematic These systematic engineering developments reflect China’s strategy to expand its third-generation nuclear fleet, supporting baseline energy security while working toward a peak in carbon emissions by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2060. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2026 Those governments have eroded the prospects of peace with the Palestinians through creeping annexation and systematic repression in the West Bank. Michael Fuchs, Foreign Affairs, 6 Aug. 2026 The debate between targeted and systematic biopsy is very lively, but Emberton’s practice has been pushing things further. Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 5 Aug. 2026 Shifting to high-margin products Another key part of the story is the systematic shift toward higher-margin components and delivery devices. Harvey Stober, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for systematic
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Adjective
  • Beyond seeking members' votes, campaigns and the party look to organized labor for help in spreading Democrats' message to voters and getting people to the polls.
    ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Manta has been a focal point in the United States’ fight against organized crime in the region, with the US and Ecuador working closely on security.
    Michael Rios, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Raad’s subject—war—is likewise highly systematized, yet requires mental gymnastics to justify itself.
    Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 24 May 2026
  • Starboard’s 2026 strategy leans into partnership, culture and experiential momentum, while Harding+ is building a more systematized retail model around emotion, data, and innovation.
    Kevin Rozario, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Kateri’s section is quieter and methodical like its central hero, who slips undetected among this community to sow her chaos and reap her revenge.
    Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Yet it’s lost on no one that Ellison has been methodical enough about his tactical pressure campaign to get full approval from the Paramount Skydance board for an October 1 exit.
    Chris Lee, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
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  • There was an important loan at Clermont Foot in January 2024 as the defender looked for regular playing time.
    Gregg Evans, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • For the first time of their career, brothers Kyle and Corey Seager meet in a regular season game and, fittingly, both hit homers as Corey’s Dodgers defeat Kyle’s Mariners, 11 - 9.
    Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026

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“Systematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/systematic. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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