as in method
the means or procedure for doing something
showed me a different knitting technique
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Recent Examples of technique
The technique isn't a new one in the astrophotography world, but no one had ever tried it before using photos from the far side of the moon.
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Josh Dinner, Space.com, 9 May 2026
Union City police used the genealogy technique — famous for catching the Golden State Killer in 2018 — to identify her as a suspect.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 9 May 2026
Despite its name, London broil refers less to a specific cut than to a technique.
—Zaynab Issa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 May 2026
The restaurant was closed due to critical violations including improper food holding temperatures and storage techniques, lack of hand hygiene and overall poor cleanliness, city officials said.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
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Josh Dinner, Space.com, 9 May 2026
Union City police used the genealogy technique — famous for catching the Golden State Killer in 2018 — to identify her as a suspect.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 9 May 2026
Despite its name, London broil refers less to a specific cut than to a technique.
—Zaynab Issa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 May 2026
The restaurant was closed due to critical violations including improper food holding temperatures and storage techniques, lack of hand hygiene and overall poor cleanliness, city officials said.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for technique
Noun
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That trustworthiness is further strengthened by understanding how digital health research differs from traditional methods.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Soaking sunflower seeds before planting can help with germination as this method softens the naturally hard outer layer of the seed.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
11 May 2026
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Some are backing away from exclusionary discipline like suspensions and expulsions and have embraced schoolwide approaches that reward positive behavior and provide social skills practice through games and role-playing.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Suzuki and Detmers both felt the walks were more a product of the Blue Jays’ approach than his control.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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Yet beneath the surface, many creators are operating without structure — no strategy tying the pieces together, no plan for when the pace changes.—
Sandra Richards,
Rolling Stone,
8 May 2026
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City officials credited the reduction to proactive enforcement strategies, daily police operations by uniformed and plain-clothes officers, and strong relationships with residents and business owners that support communication and crime prevention efforts.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2026
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Our team uses an in-house methodology to rank each home warranty provider.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
28 Apr. 2026
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Following Friday’s pregame festivities, Pedro Martinez made his way up to the press box and said standing on the field with his fellow club legends gave him goosebumps.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
9 May 2026
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The Moon in Aquarius moves through your 12th House and trines Venus in Gemini, helping reflection and emotional clarity work in practical ways.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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“Technique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/technique. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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