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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
Elite academy instructors began translating the latest sports science data and techniques, analysing world-class matches from overseas to improve their players, according to North Korean media.
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Andrew McNicol, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
ThreeASFOUR’s Gabi Asfour, Angela Donhauser and Adi Gil have been creating visionary clothing, drawing inspiration from natural forms and pioneering techniques, for over 25 years.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
To resolve the debate, paleontologists conducted a study of the remains using modern imaging and analytical techniques, according to a press release from the University of Manchester.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026
Cal Fire officials said the terrain allows crews to practice both direct and indirect firefighting and fire-control techniques while providing agencies an opportunity to train together in incident command and fire ground tactical operations.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 7 June 2026
Just working on those little techniques, little things, through video, little suggestions, little nudges.
—Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Multiple generations of Neolithic designers relied on communal teamwork and clever construction techniques to precisely place each of the site’s gigantic megaliths about 5,000 years ago.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 June 2026
That’s why using the right tools and techniques is key to maintaining its signature gleam.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 June 2026
However, there are various management techniques that have proven useful in avoiding the harmless but strange-looking disorder.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Andrew McNicol, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
ThreeASFOUR’s Gabi Asfour, Angela Donhauser and Adi Gil have been creating visionary clothing, drawing inspiration from natural forms and pioneering techniques, for over 25 years.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
To resolve the debate, paleontologists conducted a study of the remains using modern imaging and analytical techniques, according to a press release from the University of Manchester.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026
Cal Fire officials said the terrain allows crews to practice both direct and indirect firefighting and fire-control techniques while providing agencies an opportunity to train together in incident command and fire ground tactical operations.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 7 June 2026
Just working on those little techniques, little things, through video, little suggestions, little nudges.
—Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Multiple generations of Neolithic designers relied on communal teamwork and clever construction techniques to precisely place each of the site’s gigantic megaliths about 5,000 years ago.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 June 2026
That’s why using the right tools and techniques is key to maintaining its signature gleam.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 June 2026
However, there are various management techniques that have proven useful in avoiding the harmless but strange-looking disorder.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for techniques
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Radar testing provides measurable data A major part of the validation was Radar Cross Section (RCS) testing, which Boeing described as one of the primary methods for assessing an aircraft’s stealth characteristics.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Those who bought the checks would then attempt to fraudulently cash them, according to federal prosecutors, using various methods.—
Joseph Buczek,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Traditional approaches were sequential - owner selects the architect and design firm, the design is completed, bids are invited from contractors, after which construction begins.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Now analysts are adjusting their forecasts based on the memory-heavy requirements of the agentic phase of artificial intelligence, and the approaches being taken by hardware makers dealing with component supply bottlenecks.—
Tobias Burns,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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According to the American College of Cardiology, first-line strategies for managing high blood pressure include quitting smoking, eating a heart-healthy diet, and increasing physical activity.—
Fran Kritz,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2026
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Livermore’s evolution into a happening place began more than 20 years ago, when city planners and the community began to focus on investing in downtown, supporting local businesses and trying some interesting urban-design strategies to improve the look and feel of the city.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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The modern technology landscape offers no shortage of methodologies, technologies and solutions.—
Ann Blakely,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Given the variety of AI auditing models out there, different auditors may use incompatible methodologies, making results impossible to compare.—
Suvrat Dhanorkar,
The Conversation,
18 May 2026
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The new map moved predominantly Black neighbors into white majority districts and split Wasserman Schultz’s former district five ways, leading her to launch a campaign for the 20th District.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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In performance and direction, and in the small ways in which Caswell and Wills have plotted out this isolated love story, there’s a level of great richness and detail.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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