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as in process
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result
followed the procedure for replacing the broken part exactly as the owner's manual instructed
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Recent Examples of procedure
Success rates for ablation, where only effects of the fine-tuning procedure are removed, were 44 percent (1.5 Flash) and 61 percent (1.0 Pro).
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ArsTechnica, 28 Mar. 2025
The idea is that in the event of an infection at an implant site, the robot gets delivered to that site via a minimally-invasive endoscopic procedure.
—New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2025
King Charles Shares Message for World Cancer Day 1 Year After Diagnosis News: 'Sending Love to All'
King Charles announced his cancer diagnosis in February 2024, following a three-day hospital stay for a prostate procedure.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Nor were established procedures for adjudicating such a failure followed; the government didn’t even deign to give the appearance of doing so.
—Michael S. Roth, Time, 28 Mar. 2025
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ArsTechnica, 28 Mar. 2025
The idea is that in the event of an infection at an implant site, the robot gets delivered to that site via a minimally-invasive endoscopic procedure.
—New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2025
King Charles Shares Message for World Cancer Day 1 Year After Diagnosis News: 'Sending Love to All'
King Charles announced his cancer diagnosis in February 2024, following a three-day hospital stay for a prostate procedure.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Nor were established procedures for adjudicating such a failure followed; the government didn’t even deign to give the appearance of doing so.
—Michael S. Roth, Time, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for procedure
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Effective boards actively ensure the implementation of processes that manage AI risks.—
John M. Bremen,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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As her mentor, Jeon guided Lee through critical aspects of her research, teaching her how to break and make chemical bonds, as well as how to develop sustainable synthesis processes in his lab.—
Ella Jeffries,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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As the demonstrators held their signs and offered chants criticizing Trump, Musk and their policies, horn-honking from passing motorists in support of the protestors was nearly constant.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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However, women’s sports advocates have said the organization has left loopholes in its policy to keep that door open.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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This method will minimize creases and save suitcase space.—
Amy Louise Bailey,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2025
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Two methods could address these issues with real reform: special elections or by appointing interim officials who finish the term but cannot run in the next general election for that office.—
Bob Marshall,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2025
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To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
29 Mar. 2025
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This methodology aligns with findings from Forrester Research, which reports that companies leveraging VoC programs see customer retention rates increase by up to 55%.—
Andrea Wasserman,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Willard spoke fervently about needing contractual assurances of his program’s share.—
Childs Walker,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Mar. 2025
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Born in 1956, Giorgis attended undergraduate and graduate programs in the US, working as a banker for 17 years.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Together, business leaders can develop an AI strategy that drives revenue, suppresses value leakage and accelerates growth with risk mitigation and compliance in any landscape.—
Monish Darda,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Combining magnesium with other healthy coping strategies can amplify its effectiveness.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
27 Mar. 2025
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Furthermore, this approach offers a fresh perspective by highlighting other underserved areas of the country that may deserve consideration.—
Giovanni Malloy,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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He's worked with a number of prior businesses in helping operations to run more efficiently and be cost-effective in their approach to new and existing endeavors.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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All that, of course, after the six-year, $210 million offseason commitment to free agent right-hander Corbin Burnes, who struck out eight in 4 2/3 innings but was not involved in the decision in his first start Tuesday, a 7-4 victory over the New York Yankees.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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In reality, of course, much of our history does not follow this story.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Procedure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procedure. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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