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as in procedure
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result
the process by which the elastic fibers spun by silkworms is turned into soft, lustrous cloth
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
in the process of doing this project we all learned a lot
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as in imitation
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as in to refine
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Recent Examples of process
John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
Breaking that loop — whether through a typewriter, VR or writing in a different location — can jumpstart the creative process.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 16 Dec. 2024
Kristine Phillips, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2020
The state can’t yet process unemployment claims from independent contractors and the self-employed, even though the federal government has temporarily extended benefits to those workers, St. Louis Public Radio reported.
—USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2020
Jessie Yeung, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
It's all been very difficult to process but, as well as developing important links in his career, Billy has also cultivated a network of friends who have helped him through this period in his life.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Surely, the government could force insurers to facilitate the process and resolve appeals promptly.
—John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
Breaking that loop — whether through a typewriter, VR or writing in a different location — can jumpstart the creative process.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 16 Dec. 2024
Adjective
State Democrats and Republicans both agree that local election workers should be allowed to pre-process ballots early.
—Kristine Phillips, USA TODAY, 22 Oct. 2020
The state can’t yet process unemployment claims from independent contractors and the self-employed, even though the federal government has temporarily extended benefits to those workers, St. Louis Public Radio reported.
—USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2020
Verb
State Police investigators and a crime scene team are now processing the scene and conducting interviews to learn what led to these events, said the state police.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
It's all been very difficult to process but, as well as developing important links in his career, Billy has also cultivated a network of friends who have helped him through this period in his life.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for process
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Her surgery is the latest in a series of similar procedures known as xenotransplantation, the practice of transplanting organs from one species to another.Emily Mullin, WIRED, 17 Dec. 2024
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Organizations must ensure that all personnel understand IAM policies and are trained in compliance with procedures.Rohan Pinto, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The waiver also requires that athletes meet other eligibility requirements, including progress toward a degree.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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As the morning progresses, the forecast turns into a chance of rain or freezing rain from 10 a.m. until about 1 p.m. Tuesday.Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
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The other hit a tree and was issued multiple summonses, authorities said.Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 4 Nov. 2024
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Two Anne Arundel County police officers, Corporal K. Schnell and Corporal E. Vasquez, were indicted and issued criminal summonses for Misconduct in Office as a result of the investigation conducted by the Maryland Office of the Attorney General.Alexa Dikos, Baltimore Sun, 7 Dec. 2024
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While great strides were made to improve and build upon the foundation that Willis Haviland Carrier laid in the first few decades following its introduction, progress in the industry has since been more incremental, focusing on refining and maintaining established practices.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Both farms have partnered over the years with sustainability experts at UC Davis, one of the top agricultural schools in the country, to refine their aquaculture practices.Becky Duffett, Bon Appétit, 17 Dec. 2024
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Do not reuse or reheat cooking oil, as this can contribute to consuming harmful molecules.36 Taste and Flavor Most seed oils have a fairly neutral taste.Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN, Verywell Health, 20 Dec. 2024
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These packages are used to build applications faster by reusing common functionalities, rather than writing everything from scratch.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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New recycling methods are limited in availability and costly, which ironically means that landfilling is currently the most cost-effective disposal option.Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Bill went home from Shea by his usual method: limo.Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 23 Dec. 2024
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As partnerships and integrations progress, KPIs should be regularly evaluated to ensure continuous progression.Michael Nicosia, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Pictured above is the quaint downtown of Bloomington, Indiana underneath a progression of the sun and moon into and out of totality.Josh Dinner, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Teixeira agreed to a search of his cell phone and vehicle as well as submit to a blood test, according to the warrant affidavit.Staff report, Hartford Courant, 21 Dec. 2024
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The San Jose Police Department booked the man into jail on Nov. 2 for burglary as well as numerous outstanding warrants from other counties, the sheriff’s office said.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Process.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/process. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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