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
The White House commissioned a systematic look at the evidence about Venezuela’s government and the gang in February, as Mr. Trump considered using the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans.
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Charlie Savage, New York Times, 29 May 2025
The white minority in South Africa established and perpetuated a culture of apartheid in South Africa for over 40 years until the early 1990s, resulting in systematic oppression, political domination, segregation and discrimination against the predominantly Black population.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 May 2025
Still, rigorous use of reason, systematic data collection and existing science gave us an approach that helped families at a difficult time.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 23 May 2025
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers examined whether strength training or aerobic exercise was better for migraines.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
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Charlie Savage, New York Times, 29 May 2025
The white minority in South Africa established and perpetuated a culture of apartheid in South Africa for over 40 years until the early 1990s, resulting in systematic oppression, political domination, segregation and discrimination against the predominantly Black population.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 May 2025
Still, rigorous use of reason, systematic data collection and existing science gave us an approach that helped families at a difficult time.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 23 May 2025
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers examined whether strength training or aerobic exercise was better for migraines.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for systematic
Adjective
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His meticulous note-keeping is very much in line with an organized Virgo. Libra: Andy Andy is a popular cheerleader and lives in the fancy part of Astoria.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Meanwhile, activist groups like People’s Union USA now publish boycott schedules year-round, proving that organized consumer pressure operates year-round with scheduling precision CMOs can literally mark on their calendars.—
Gillian Oakenfull,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Since then, Snell has been on a more methodical throwing plan.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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This shift favors methodical action, not impulsive chaos.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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In discussing her relationship with Combs, Jane said her decision to agree to her first freak-off with Combs led to regular encounters in Miami, Los Angeles, New York, and Turks and Caicos.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2025
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The regular season must end sooner to be held before school lets out or the problems will continue.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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“Systematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/systematic. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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