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as in etiquette
an accepted way of conducting oneself in a given situation
Their behavior was considered a breach of diplomatic protocol.
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as in procedure
a preestablished method of carrying out a task and especially a scientific or medical task
The school developed a protocol for the treatment of concussions on the sports field.
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Because this symptom is rare and each individual's situation is different, there is no established treatment protocol.
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Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024
Running back Jordan Mason aggravated a shoulder injury and will be checked out during the bye week.
— Linebacker Dee Winters has entered concussion protocol.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2024
Our Dene protocols and laws govern our reciprocal relationship with the land and animals.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024
To try to debunk that conspiracy, which appears to be picking up traction again, election offices have introduced intricate tracking devices and protocols, such as GPS trackers and 24-hour video livestreams of drop boxes and the election tabulating process.
—Erin Doherty, Axios, 27 Oct. 2024
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Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024
Running back Jordan Mason aggravated a shoulder injury and will be checked out during the bye week.
— Linebacker Dee Winters has entered concussion protocol.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2024
Our Dene protocols and laws govern our reciprocal relationship with the land and animals.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024
To try to debunk that conspiracy, which appears to be picking up traction again, election offices have introduced intricate tracking devices and protocols, such as GPS trackers and 24-hour video livestreams of drop boxes and the election tabulating process.
—Erin Doherty, Axios, 27 Oct. 2024
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The program focuses on college readiness, etiquette, public speaking, financial responsibility and mental health awareness, among other skills.Gabriella Rudy, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
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The Regency era dates back to the early 1800s in England and was the pinnacle of high society, extravagance, and strict etiquette.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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These procedures are more invasive than CoolSculpting and come with higher risks.Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024
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Using a procedure that delivers medicine into the bone marrow, the medical team gave Brigland a starting dose of the antivenom Anavip.Jackie Fortiér, CBS News, 30 Oct. 2024
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The group reimagines contemporary American fashion with a blend of cultural heritage, innovative techniques, and social consciousness.Freya Drohan, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2024
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The combination of yarn spinning techniques and fiber selection powers AGI Denim’s new Soft Serve collection.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2024
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At Amazon, Hoggett—a Tesco veteran—worked to reboot its Amazon Fresh grocery stores in part by eliminating a high-tech system called Just Walk Out that allowed customers to shop and leave without stopping first at a checkout counter.Samuel Burke, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2024
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The study did not take into account the waste that could result from the disposal of other equipment, such as cooling systems.Andi Shae Napier, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Oct. 2024
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Many industry experts believe Trump will end those programs.CNN.com, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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And their only loss was to a 5A program (Chatfield) way back in Week 1.Matt Schubert, The Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2024
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During the campaign, Swalwell took a stance against Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price and some of Democrats’ most progressive policies in immigration, while Kruttiventi pitched voters to support his moderate Republican platform that focused on public safety and stricter immigration.Chase Hunter, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Heritage Bank Center's bag policy, parking and more The only bags permitted inside the arena are clear plastic bags no larger than 12x1x6 inches and clutch purses no larger than 1x6x4.Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
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Fall prevention strategies and balance training are crucial and can help reduce the risk of fractures.Jianying Zhang, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
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Avoiding boredom of sitting in the same spot day after day. Cons of Mobile Hunting the Rut As with all hunting strategies, mobile hunting during the rut does have some drawbacks as well.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Protocol.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protocol. Accessed 13 Nov. 2024.
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