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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
Given the ubiquity of stories and humanity’s vulnerability to them, citizens today would be wise to practice the skills of literary analysis, the very techniques routinely derided and devalued in a world committed to technology and tribalism.
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Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
Once optimized, the finger was 3D-printed as a single component using additive manufacturing techniques such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS).
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2025
Advocates say the practice, done in concert with other management techniques like cutting certain trees to thin out the forest floor, can help restore and maintain ecosystems comprised of fire-tolerant oak trees.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 29 Oct. 2025
Washes vary from tinted stone wash and blue-black to Forever Black, which is created with lower-impact techniques that use less water and less energy than traditional denim.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2025
Think of it as being a visual problem-solver who understands what engineers need, and which cameras, lenses and techniques will deliver.
—Suzanne Wright, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
As the evening concluded, C·one announced plans to create a new AI film about his hometown region grasslands, while exploring how to better integrate AI with traditional storytelling techniques.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
Every Jono Pandolfi piece is hand-thrown and undergoes a unique production process, and Jono and his team are constantly experimenting with new glazes, techniques, and forms.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
But Paltrow joins a contingent of high-profile women (including Sarah Jessica Parker and Andie MacDowell) who are embracing their hair through techniques like herringbone highlights and gray blending.
—Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025
Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
Once optimized, the finger was 3D-printed as a single component using additive manufacturing techniques such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS).
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2025
Advocates say the practice, done in concert with other management techniques like cutting certain trees to thin out the forest floor, can help restore and maintain ecosystems comprised of fire-tolerant oak trees.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 29 Oct. 2025
Washes vary from tinted stone wash and blue-black to Forever Black, which is created with lower-impact techniques that use less water and less energy than traditional denim.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2025
Think of it as being a visual problem-solver who understands what engineers need, and which cameras, lenses and techniques will deliver.
—Suzanne Wright, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
As the evening concluded, C·one announced plans to create a new AI film about his hometown region grasslands, while exploring how to better integrate AI with traditional storytelling techniques.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
Every Jono Pandolfi piece is hand-thrown and undergoes a unique production process, and Jono and his team are constantly experimenting with new glazes, techniques, and forms.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
But Paltrow joins a contingent of high-profile women (including Sarah Jessica Parker and Andie MacDowell) who are embracing their hair through techniques like herringbone highlights and gray blending.
—Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for techniques
Noun
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Choose from any of the preferred payment methods.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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However, cash-averse adults may adapt methods like cash stuffing for the digital age, Bryan-Podvin says.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Reflecting different creative approaches and scopes of production.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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The reports come amid economic uncertainty for many families as the government shutdown continues and a looming deadline approaches to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which provides food stamps to more than 40 million Americans.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Sleep doctors recommend several strategies parents can use to help teens.—
NPR,
NPR,
2 Nov. 2025
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Passive House strategies were implemented throughout, and there’s rooftop solar with battery storage, high-efficiency heat pumps, and electric car chargers, among other features.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Mickey & Friends capsule is a continuation of the brand’s strategy to blend archival work with up-to-date fashion methodologies.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
24 Oct. 2025
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Meta disputes the methodologies behind them.—
Charlotte Alter,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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From the ways in which games are developed to hacks for completing levels, Tan said the technology's ramifications across the sector can't be overstated.—
Lucy Handley,
CNBC,
1 Nov. 2025
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There are still many ways the trade truce can fall apart.—
Kerry Brown,
Time,
31 Oct. 2025
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