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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The choice is clear: Continue with outdated approaches or embrace modern methodologies that match today's challenges.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The choice is clear: Continue with outdated approaches or embrace modern methodologies that match today's challenges.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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At least 100 Texas children aged 17 and younger obtained abortions out of state in the first year after Texas banned the procedure, including six under the age of 12, according to the latest state data.—
Shafaq Patel,
Axios,
28 Jan. 2025
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The Neuralink procedure, on the other hand, occurs on the superficial, surface- area of the brain and requires a relatively small incision.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2025
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Shilpa and Jesse, can one of you walk us through your favorite instant pot bean method?—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appétit,
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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Originally Published: January 24, 2025 at 7:52 PM EST Most Popular Most Popular Trump reverses some Biden health care policies.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Jan. 2025
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Trump has been focused on California water policies, specifically fish conservation efforts in the northern part of the state.—
WILL WEISSERT,
arkansasonline.com,
25 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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During the warm months of the long Southern California dry season, houses relied on a haphazard approach to passive cooling.—
Richard Olsen,
Forbes,
26 Jan. 2025
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The Baltimore City Health Department has implemented several strategies to combat the opioid crisis, focusing on prevention, treatment access and harm reduction.—
Pradeep Thomas,
Baltimore Sun,
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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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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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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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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“Methodology.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodology. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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