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as in procedure
a way of acting or proceeding
for solving crossword puzzles my usual methodology is to begin by filling in all of the answers I'm reasonably sure of
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as in method
the means or procedure for doing something
other cardiologists have questioned the methodology that was used to conduct the study
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Recent Examples of methodology
Our methodology To determine the best invoicing software for small businesses, CNBC Select analyzed several invoicing service providers.
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Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
The Oblivion Battery opener gained in most metrics of the chart’s methodology from the week before: streams are up to 126%, radio airplay 172%, video views 126%, and karaoke 119%.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 9 Jan. 2025
The choice is clear: Continue with outdated approaches or embrace modern methodologies that match today's challenges.
—Rob De La Espriella, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Previous studies that have shown a small amount of alcohol daily can lower risk of cardiovascular disease are being called out for their methodology, according to The New York Times.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
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Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
The Oblivion Battery opener gained in most metrics of the chart’s methodology from the week before: streams are up to 126%, radio airplay 172%, video views 126%, and karaoke 119%.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 9 Jan. 2025
The choice is clear: Continue with outdated approaches or embrace modern methodologies that match today's challenges.
—Rob De La Espriella, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Previous studies that have shown a small amount of alcohol daily can lower risk of cardiovascular disease are being called out for their methodology, according to The New York Times.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodology
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This includes activities such as playing musical instruments or performing intricate surgical procedures.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
16 Jan. 2025
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Weak procedure ‘sets you up for failure’ Small local governments routinely fail to adhere to a bedrock principle of financial control and accountability — segregation of duties.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
16 Jan. 2025
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The first phase focused on examining it using noninvasive methods, including videomicroscopy, infrared thermography and portable X-ray fluorescence.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
22 Jan. 2025
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Start by cooking the corn dog in your oven, air fryer or with your preferred method, following the instructions on the container.—
Cody Godwin,
USA TODAY,
22 Jan. 2025
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Author Andrew Handel said the Index evaluates state education policies across several categories, including school choice programs, charter schools, homeschooling, and virtual schooling.—
Kevin Bessler | The Center Square,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
25 Jan. 2025
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Noem has been a longtime ally of Trump, with a history of backing his immigration policies and proposals.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
25 Jan. 2025
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Baltimore’s crisis demands urgent action and a willingness to explore innovative approaches.—
Pradeep Thomas,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2025
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When asked if any particular person has helped shape his approach to storytelling, the actor cited the indie filmmaker Steven Soderbergh.—
Lauren Coates,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2025
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Self-care strategies can include regular exercise, a joint-friendly diet, and assistive devices.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
26 Jan. 2025
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But look, this is an intentional strategy on the part of Trump's inner circle.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Jan. 2025
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Expect a moment suspended in time around a bold menu employing techniques such as slow cooking, fermentation and decoction.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
27 Jan. 2025
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Dining Saba Restaurant marries local Balearic ingredients with traditional Asian techniques, offering dishes like sushi, gyozas, bibimbap, and a silky egg custard with lobster and dashi.—
Elizabeth Brownfield,
Forbes,
26 Jan. 2025
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Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, affectionally known as Gigi, were on their way to a youth basketball game in Thousand Oaks, Calif. when their helicopter crashed, killing both of them as well as seven other passengers.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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Canceling the contract left Lutz with no way to pay the mortgage on his chicken houses.—
Ames Alexander,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Methodology.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodology. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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