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a usual way of doing something
the thief's modus operandi
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Recent Examples of modus operandi
The practice involves individuals testing and probing artificial intelligence systems to uncover and identify any potential harm — a modus operandi common in cybersecurity circles.
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Neha Hegde, CNBC, 22 June 2025
Instead, rapprochement with Iran has been the modus operandi in recent years, with Gulf countries normalizing and easing tensions with the Islamic Republic under the calculation that regional stability would bring regional prosperity.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2025
The news came as a bit of a surprise to the audience of theater owners and exhibitors — usually, the modus operandi for studios is to wait and at least see how something performs at the box office before asking for more.
—EW.com, 15 June 2025
This modus operandi is a direct contravention of Gallifrey's strict non-interference policies.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 3 June 2025
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Neha Hegde, CNBC, 22 June 2025
Instead, rapprochement with Iran has been the modus operandi in recent years, with Gulf countries normalizing and easing tensions with the Islamic Republic under the calculation that regional stability would bring regional prosperity.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2025
The news came as a bit of a surprise to the audience of theater owners and exhibitors — usually, the modus operandi for studios is to wait and at least see how something performs at the box office before asking for more.
—EW.com, 15 June 2025
This modus operandi is a direct contravention of Gallifrey's strict non-interference policies.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modus operandi
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Now, the state is making the firing squad its lead method of execution.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
21 July 2025
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Though small, Calabash has a rather large claim: It’s been deemed the Seafood Capital of the World, thanks to a very specific method of frying fish and shrimp that involves a light dusting of flour or cornmeal before dunking it in hot oil.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
21 July 2025
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Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Chris Bailey announced an effort to create his department's new strategic plan in April.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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As Syria grapples with sectarian clashes in the south and Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Saudi Arabia is pushing forward with plans to engage economically.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
23 July 2025
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Tether, the other juggernaut of the crypto-native stablecoin world, has been diversifying investments and operations in a significant manner.—
Sean Stein Smith,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Southerners are notorious for being bad at saying goodbye, thanks to our dedication to manners.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 July 2025
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Cora certainly understands this process as the deadline approaches and what Boston is capable of if chief baseball officer Craig Breslow can add reinforcements.—
Tim Crowley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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Advertisement This methodical approach to murder highlights the cult’s cold precision and the extent of their fanaticism.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
25 July 2025
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With Love, Meghan premiered on March 4 with eight episodes, offering not only recipes, but also tips on party planning, hosting and an insight into Meghan's celebrity friends.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
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Cowboy recipes are known for their heartiness and bold flavors.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 July 2025
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Per our testers, this shoe excels in both comfort and style.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
26 July 2025
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But at others, playwright Lauren Gunderson’s skills with poetic language really kick in, the text takes more risks of style and form and Kennedy, who is superbly cast in this difficult role, handles everything anyone hurls her way with aplomb.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
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Neither the city's Office of Public Health and Safety nor the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department agreed to requests for interviews about the situation on Leonard Street and the city's evolving strategy for managing homeless camps.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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Penske Media Corporation has announced that Craig Perreault, PMC’s chief strategy officer, has been promoted to the role of president of media and corporate development.—
Michaela Zee,
Variety,
25 July 2025
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Both ice creams start with the same classic technique: gently heating milk and cream, tempering in the egg yolks, and cooking until the custard thickens.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
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And once the technique was shown to work in laboratory studies and field trials in Australia and Indonesia, the World Mosquito Program was ready to attempt it at a grander scale.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
26 July 2025
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“Modus operandi.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modus%20operandi. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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