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the means or procedure for doing something
showed me a different knitting technique
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Recent Examples of techniques
Elliot approaches his craft with discipline and dedication, consistently pushing himself to explore new techniques, mediums, and ideas.
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Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Rick Baker Much of modern Hollywood makeup derives from techniques created by Rick Baker, who innovated the field of special effects makeup.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
Using a web camera on a laptop enabled with monitoring software and technical investigative techniques, Nisos identified about 40 devices on a home network in Florida, 20 of which were likely part of a laptop farm.
—Lisa Cavazuti, NBC news, 15 Mar. 2026
The robot relies on advanced control algorithms and artificial intelligence techniques.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
At Kakō and Saki, guests feast on seasonal Japanese ingredients highlighting traditional and modern techniques.
—Lois Alter Mark, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
Consider taking public speaking courses to learn various techniques for connecting with the audience, such as the right tone of voice, body language, the art of storytelling, and anxiety management.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Most dance techniques privilege one or the other, because weight is so difficult to master.
—Jennifer Homans, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
The team used a long list of cutting-edge techniques to track the microplastics, including electron microscopes, infrared technology, lasers and nanoparticle tracking analysis.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Rick Baker Much of modern Hollywood makeup derives from techniques created by Rick Baker, who innovated the field of special effects makeup.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
Using a web camera on a laptop enabled with monitoring software and technical investigative techniques, Nisos identified about 40 devices on a home network in Florida, 20 of which were likely part of a laptop farm.
—Lisa Cavazuti, NBC news, 15 Mar. 2026
The robot relies on advanced control algorithms and artificial intelligence techniques.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
At Kakō and Saki, guests feast on seasonal Japanese ingredients highlighting traditional and modern techniques.
—Lois Alter Mark, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
Consider taking public speaking courses to learn various techniques for connecting with the audience, such as the right tone of voice, body language, the art of storytelling, and anxiety management.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Most dance techniques privilege one or the other, because weight is so difficult to master.
—Jennifer Homans, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
The team used a long list of cutting-edge techniques to track the microplastics, including electron microscopes, infrared technology, lasers and nanoparticle tracking analysis.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for techniques
Noun
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Proponents of prediction markets argue that putting financial stakes on outcomes leads to better forecasts than traditional methods.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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These materials are often relatively stiff, provide limited degrees of freedom, and typically require complex activation methods involving heating or magnetic fields, according to researchers.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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As the 2030 deadline approaches, the state is producing a record number of graduates each year but is still 170,000 annual awards away from meeting its goal.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
16 Mar. 2026
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One of his strategies has been to win over regulators and investors with test flights.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds - from financial professionals to everyday individuals - come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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Many returning Chinese scholars brought their Western training and methodologies back to the Chinese academy, prompting university officials to find ways to categorize—and make use of—their skills.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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National sports media, including CBS Sports and a Los Angeles Times columnist, cast doubt on the study’s methodologies and findings almost immediately.—
Michael McGough,
Sacbee.com,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There are plenty of ways to take care of yourself, which is exactly why our wellness category covers so much ground.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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Creative courage grows with practice, as a nurturing New Moon brightens your 5th House of Inspiration and encourages self-expression through personal projects or other ways of letting off steam.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Techniques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/techniques. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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