modus operandi

noun

Definition of modus operandinext
as in method
formal a usual way of doing something the thief's modus operandi

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Recent Examples of modus operandi Prosecutors argued that the crimes shared the same modus operandi and that many witnesses overlap. — Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 27 Feb. 2025 That’s the modus operandi described by investigators in a string of at least 10 heists targeting BNSF trains in California and Arizona since last March. — Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2025 The modus operandi beneath Pierre’s look is all about evoking masculine energy. — Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 21 Feb. 2025 The modus operandi of the burglary is consistent with others carried out in the United States by South American theft groups, according to the complaint. — Eric Levenson, CNN, 10 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for modus operandi
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modus operandi
  1. method
  2. plan
  3. manner
  4. approach
  5. recipe
  6. style
  7. strategy
  8. technique
Noun
  • Equally valuable is the platform's ability to connect agents to enterprise data through various methods, including standard protocols and direct API integration.
    — Maribel Lopez, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Sweden’s National Agency for Education reported that students using textbooks, paper, pens and pencils in school showed better comprehension than those using digital texts and their schools reverted this year to their former learning method.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of method
Noun
  • Trump has upended the global trading system that has been in place for over 75 years with a plan for tariffs on products from across the world.
    — Chris Prentice, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
  • As part of the U.S. plan, the yearslong war would be considered frozen, the EU sources told Bloomberg.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 18 Apr. 2025
Definition of plan
Noun
  • Fast forward to 2025, and Leicester away has once again witnessed a big moment, though not quite in the same manner as 2019.
    — James Nalton, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Abu Dhabi's opulent and over-the-top experiences are abundant throughout the city and are showcased in a more conservative manner than seen in Dubai.
    — Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025
Definition of manner
Noun
  • Ultimately, the new police chief must value community, embrace diversity, and promote a responsive, inclusive approach to law enforcement.
    — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Given the number of cardinals whom Pope Francis has appointed — 111 out of the 141 who would vote for the next pope — his successor is likely to be from the Global South and more progressive in theology and approach than Pope John Paul II or Pope Benedict XVI, who preceded Pope Francis.
    — Joshua Stanton, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2025
Definition of approach
Noun
  • To make the classic version of this iconic Midwestern recipe: Dump powdered sugar into a large resealable plastic bag.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Here are Lee’s four essential ingredients needed to develop your brand recipe.
    — Roberta Matuson, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of recipe
Noun
  • His play style requires highly technical players, a standard that is not widely characteristic of MLS.
    — Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Veja Campo Leather Sneaker If leather sneakers are more your style, consider snagging this pair from Veja — a popular brand among stars like Kate Middleton, Witherspoon, and Johansson.
    — Averi Baudler, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Definition of style
Noun
  • However, Keena said that strategy may not be as effective this time around.
    — Savannah Kuchar, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2025
  • And while Orban has boasted that his party has shared his strategies with Trump advisers, Kreko doubts the help was very meaningful.
    — Rob Schmitz, NPR, 20 Apr. 2025
Definition of strategy
Noun
  • Modern tailoring techniques span from crafty embellishments à la Diotima to high-shine and bold color from Wales Bonner; the details are as diverse as the diaspora.
    — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
  • This is why training often involves regularization and normalization techniques, methods rooted in statistical theory to prevent overfitting based on rare examples.
    — Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
Definition of technique

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