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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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Recent Examples of procedure
Both organizations emphasized improvements made to welfare systems and reporting procedures since 2016, when Endemol merged with Shine, and again in 2020 when Banijay acquired Endemol Shine.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 July 2025
Kaylan bowed out after the 2017 tour, following back surgery and two heart procedures.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 July 2025
They are known for producing natural-looking hairlines and offering a high volume of grafts in procedures.
—Connie Etemadi, AZCentral.com, 11 July 2025
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons' (ASPS) annual trend-spotting report has arrived, plotting the popularity of plastic surgery and noninvasive procedures.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 11 July 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 July 2025
Kaylan bowed out after the 2017 tour, following back surgery and two heart procedures.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 July 2025
They are known for producing natural-looking hairlines and offering a high volume of grafts in procedures.
—Connie Etemadi, AZCentral.com, 11 July 2025
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons' (ASPS) annual trend-spotting report has arrived, plotting the popularity of plastic surgery and noninvasive procedures.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for procedure
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Texas, like other states, has used the redistricting process to pack minorities into districts that are already represented by minority members, which ultimately weakens their voting power more broadly.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
14 July 2025
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The innovative product replaces potassium permanganate at the beginning of the process and can be applied directly to raw garments.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
14 July 2025
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In addition to the directive on COVID vaccines, Kennedy fired all 17 members of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, the independent panel of experts that advises on vaccine policy, and replaced them with seven new members, including several who have advocated against vaccines.—
Bhanvi Satija,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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Once a niche subject rarely discussed outside of academic policy wonk circles, accreditation is an increasingly hot topic among conservatives.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 July 2025
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Their current 53-38 record is in the bank, however, and most projection methods give them an 80%+ chance to make the postseason.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Nissans aren't exclusively susceptible to this method, as several other automotive brands are targeted across the country using similar techniques.—
Charles Singh,
The Tennessean,
9 July 2025
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The Cinematic Audit Wait Until Tomorrow is so effective due to Dixon’s methodology and intentional research.—
Stephanie Tharpe,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
3 July 2025
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In a LinkedIn post, Farley called for speeding up permitting processes, increasing spending on vocational training, leveraging robotics and augmented reality to help with these spaces and suggested an AmeriCorps-type program for these roles.—
Breana Noble,
Boston Herald,
13 July 2025
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Similar to Love Island's duty of care program procedures, the contestants will have access to mental health support, after the season ends.—
Taylor Crumpton,
Time,
13 July 2025
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First, its exercise of power is weakened by its dearth of strategy.—
Hal Brands,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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This has become something of a state religion—as much a matter of ideology as of strategy.—
Frank Lavin,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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This includes pragmatic policies on copyright and data protection, a balanced approach to onshore and offshore chip manufacturing, and removing regulatory barriers to energy use and generation.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
13 July 2025
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Instead, Cabello says a powerful coalition — including major U.S. corporations and senior Republican strategists—is now pushing for a different approach: a deal with Nicolás Maduro’s regime.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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That’s great for our wallets, of course, but double the deals also means double the products to sort through, which can quickly go from amazing to overwhelming.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 July 2025
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Hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Fort Collins, this sweet event also includes live music, food and drinks — including, of course, peach cocktails.—
Sarah Kuta,
Denver Post,
7 July 2025
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“Procedure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procedure. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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