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as in processes
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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as in policies
a way of acting or proceeding
followed standard procedure for dealing with a consumer complaint
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Recent Examples of procedures
The commission started infringement procedures against those countries.
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Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Leicester won their appeal against the charge but the threat still lingers, as does the recrimination over that relegation, which has added to the fan discontent over some club decisions such as ticket prices and season ticket procedures.
—Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
From rapped numbers to a montage of Rita recruiting potential surgeons for her employer’s marathon of gender-affirming procedures, the choreographer tried various approaches to punctuating the film’s dialogue with dance.
—Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
Medical Procedures Medical procedures are not appropriate for most causes of burning pain in the feet, but there are cases where a procedure can help.
—Ruth Jessen Hickman, Md, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
These preparation procedures may seem daunting, but with proper due diligence, building managers in coordination with HVAC service will be able to make an informed decision.
—Thomas Grizzetti, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
These disciplinary procedures progress in severity and eventually result in termination.
—Errol Schweizer, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Last but not least, wind turbines' large blades are constructed from fiberglass, carbon fiber, or epoxy resin, rendering conventional recycling procedures ineffective.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Claims are denied at a rate of 48% because procedures lacked prior authorization, 42% because doctors or hospitals were out of network and 42% because of billing code issues, the analysis said.
—Lorraine Mirabella, Baltimore Sun, 17 Dec. 2024
Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Leicester won their appeal against the charge but the threat still lingers, as does the recrimination over that relegation, which has added to the fan discontent over some club decisions such as ticket prices and season ticket procedures.
—Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
From rapped numbers to a montage of Rita recruiting potential surgeons for her employer’s marathon of gender-affirming procedures, the choreographer tried various approaches to punctuating the film’s dialogue with dance.
—Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
Medical Procedures Medical procedures are not appropriate for most causes of burning pain in the feet, but there are cases where a procedure can help.
—Ruth Jessen Hickman, Md, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
These preparation procedures may seem daunting, but with proper due diligence, building managers in coordination with HVAC service will be able to make an informed decision.
—Thomas Grizzetti, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
These disciplinary procedures progress in severity and eventually result in termination.
—Errol Schweizer, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Last but not least, wind turbines' large blades are constructed from fiberglass, carbon fiber, or epoxy resin, rendering conventional recycling procedures ineffective.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Claims are denied at a rate of 48% because procedures lacked prior authorization, 42% because doctors or hospitals were out of network and 42% because of billing code issues, the analysis said.
—Lorraine Mirabella, Baltimore Sun, 17 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for procedures
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The terrorism charge, under New York law, can be applied if the act is intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population or influence government policies.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Wisconsin Muslim nonprofit has advocated for mental health policies that prioritize culturally competent counseling services.Natalie Eilbert, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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This is because quantum computers can defeat the encryption methods that traditional computers employ.Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The tracker relies on radar technology and satellites to keep tabs on Santa, according to NORAD, which notes those methods are the same ones the agency employs to protect skies over North America.Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Hansen suggested that practicing mindfulness strategies can help determine whether social media is causing stress or fostering connection.Peter Suciu, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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As discussed by experts already driving AI strategies across their teams, here are four actionable steps to get the best out of your organization’s AI strategy.Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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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
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Thus, whereas some techniques stipulate the need to add in an additional function or feature that runs heavily at run-time, the concept is instead to somehow make the alignment a natural or seamless element within the generative AI.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Google has already alerted Gmail users to a second wave of scam attacks, highlighting three particularly prevalent attack methodologies, and the mitigation advice offered is mainly sound and sensible.Davey Winder, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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State and Census Bureau estimates have differed in the past, at least in part because of their methodologies.Jim Saunders, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Procedures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procedures. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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