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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 duo were among the first adopters of dermatological procedures such as injectables, lasers and other modalities — experience Frank lauded in an interview.
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James Manso, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
The formula Medicare uses to calculate physician reimbursment pays specialists who perform procedures more than primary care providers who focus on keeping people healthy.
—Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Results from the school board election and other races throughout California were just finalized December 3 because state laws and voting-by-mail procedures require more time to process ballots.
—Nadra Nittle, Them, 10 Dec. 2024
Cross-Border Accessibility Cryptocurrency loans transcend borders, enabling patients from underserved regions to finance medical procedures globally.
—Chrissa McFarlane, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The inspector general's report says the Justice Department complied with some but not all of its own procedures related to investigations involving the media.
—Ryan Lucas, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
Lohan, 38, hasn't addressed exactly what cosmetic procedures she's had done, but has commented on her skincare routine.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
However, the establishment specializes in invasive and non-invasive cosmetic procedures.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Minimally invasive procedures, such as laser interstitial thermal therapy, also known as LITT, allow a far smaller hole to be made in the skull.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
James Manso, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
The formula Medicare uses to calculate physician reimbursment pays specialists who perform procedures more than primary care providers who focus on keeping people healthy.
—Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Results from the school board election and other races throughout California were just finalized December 3 because state laws and voting-by-mail procedures require more time to process ballots.
—Nadra Nittle, Them, 10 Dec. 2024
Cross-Border Accessibility Cryptocurrency loans transcend borders, enabling patients from underserved regions to finance medical procedures globally.
—Chrissa McFarlane, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The inspector general's report says the Justice Department complied with some but not all of its own procedures related to investigations involving the media.
—Ryan Lucas, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
Lohan, 38, hasn't addressed exactly what cosmetic procedures she's had done, but has commented on her skincare routine.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
However, the establishment specializes in invasive and non-invasive cosmetic procedures.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Minimally invasive procedures, such as laser interstitial thermal therapy, also known as LITT, allow a far smaller hole to be made in the skull.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for procedures
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China is reportedly kicking off its annual economic work conference on Wednesday to outline its economic policies and growth targets for next year.Anniek Bao, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
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The last thing the city needs is another host of new taxes and anti-business policies that will disincentivize businesses from employing people in Chicago, and disincentivize businesses from coming to or staying in Chicago.Jack Lavin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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After a difficult delivery, an infant dies and the father demands an inquiry into her methods.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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While traditional, manual methods remain fundamental, automating some of these processes can help.Archer Chiang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Colleges can be expected to try a number of strategies to minimize their enrollment losses.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In addition to those strategies, look for more colleges to tighten their financial belts in order bring expenses into line with what’s likely to be reduced revenue, particularly at those private institutions that depend heavily on tuition dollars to fund their operations.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Inch by inch, clever techniques are being devised to hone in on what a user wants.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Indeed, Galliano had invented a litany of new couture techniques for that seminal show.Miles Socha, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Just as voters question poll methodologies, clients want clarity about how feedback is gathered and used.Francois Botha, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Did that change the character of the wine made by old methodologies?John Mariani, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Procedures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procedures. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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