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also methodic
as in systematic
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern
a methodical study plan that included lists of points to memorize
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Recent Examples of methodical
The British soldiers fought in red uniforms with orderly precision and methodical execution; Marion fought in camouflage from trees and bushes.
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Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Being methodical, strict and regimented is the key!
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 1 June 2025
The pace is painfully methodical, as Kornyev faces obstruction and obfuscation at every level, enduring Kafka-esque levels of red tape before the Prosecutor General will even agree to see him.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 14 May 2025
On moderately difficult tasks, SR models' methodical approach gave them an edge.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
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Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Being methodical, strict and regimented is the key!
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 1 June 2025
The pace is painfully methodical, as Kornyev faces obstruction and obfuscation at every level, enduring Kafka-esque levels of red tape before the Prosecutor General will even agree to see him.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 14 May 2025
On moderately difficult tasks, SR models' methodical approach gave them an edge.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for methodical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodical
Adjective
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The Risks Of Getting A Coffee Enema The systematic review actually found quite the opposite: nine case reports of adverse events occurring from use of coffee enemas.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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In a systematic review of studies, researchers found that active children are more likely to report feelings of well-being.—
Henry Abbott,
The Atlantic,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Some platforms' standardized intake processes work reasonably well for patients with short-term anxiety or mild depressive symptoms.—
Amanda Marlar,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The practice did not become standardized until 2006.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
10 July 2025
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“Methodical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodical. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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