as in methods
the means or procedure for doing something
showed me a different knitting technique
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Recent Examples of techniques
Students are schooled in the oceanic environment, first aid, CPR, mutual cooperation, competition techniques and lifesaving methods.
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Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026
Advances in fabrication techniques and growing environmental awareness will likely accelerate their transition from laboratory innovation to commercial application.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
Thirty-five study participants received relaxation therapy, consisting of deep breathing exercises and progressive muscle relaxation techniques.
—Maggie O'Neill, Outside, 21 Mar. 2026
The discussion, featuring comedian and actor Kevin Nealon, began with observations about modern acting styles, and Nealon noted that certain delivery patterns and techniques appear increasingly common.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Brands like Innome illustrated this shift, focusing on activewear with cooling, non-sticky, seamless tailoring and advanced lamination techniques.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
Both techniques minimize waste and boost flavor.
—The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 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
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
Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026
Advances in fabrication techniques and growing environmental awareness will likely accelerate their transition from laboratory innovation to commercial application.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
Thirty-five study participants received relaxation therapy, consisting of deep breathing exercises and progressive muscle relaxation techniques.
—Maggie O'Neill, Outside, 21 Mar. 2026
The discussion, featuring comedian and actor Kevin Nealon, began with observations about modern acting styles, and Nealon noted that certain delivery patterns and techniques appear increasingly common.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Brands like Innome illustrated this shift, focusing on activewear with cooling, non-sticky, seamless tailoring and advanced lamination techniques.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
Both techniques minimize waste and boost flavor.
—The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for techniques
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Conventional recycling methods rely on energy-intensive steps and harsh chemicals, often focusing mainly on recovering cathode materials while leaving other components behind.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Mar. 2026
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In France, for example, methods were grounded in analysis, while in Italy, a geometric style reigned.—
Leila Sloman,
Quanta Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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The newest cohort of grantees presents an incredibly ambitious tapestry of artistic approaches.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
23 Mar. 2026
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This could enable new approaches in lithium recovery from seawater, removal of heavy metals from drinking water, advanced battery recycling and new diagnostic and sensor technologies.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Mar. 2026
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Effectively pursuing all four of these strategies at once, backed by good intelligence and cutting off supply from Iran, could make the war an easier affair than in 2024.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Mar. 2026
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Their metrics and editorial strategies are different.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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Jeff co-created the Competing Values Framework and developed the Innovation Code and Innovation Genome methodologies which provide organizations with practical tools to reconcile competing priorities and drive breakthrough performance.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
21 Mar. 2026
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Intriguingly, the spark for the project came from a marketing agency that has developed a specialty in new advertising methodologies.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In the most complimentary of ways, the Hornets’ first-half outburst wasn’t all that special at all.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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Set the scene Stepping into the hip, urban Nhow Roma feels like a sensory overload in the best of ways.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Techniques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/techniques. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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