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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
Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
For Sophie, the process of preparing for each episode was as crucial as the shoot itself.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
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
Yun Li, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2025
As of Friday, the IRS was processing paper returns from February, according to the agency’s website.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 4 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Since then, the long process of decommissioning the plant has been underway.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
For Sophie, the process of preparing for each episode was as crucial as the shoot itself.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
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
Refiners have invested billions in specialized equipment to process Canadian crude, the analyst said.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2025
As of Friday, the IRS was processing paper returns from February, according to the agency’s website.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for process
Noun
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Agencies conducting mass layoffs for reorganization purposes must go through certain procedures, including providing employees with 60 days' notice.—
Andrea Hsu,
NPR,
5 Mar. 2025
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Gene therapies often require complicated procedures to deliver them.—
Alex Knapp,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Ars reported on the progress of Astroscale's ADRAS-J mission last August, soon after the spacecraft flew as close as 50 meters (164 feet) from the H-IIA rocket.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
28 Feb. 2025
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After agreeing last year to be taken private again by its majority owner, Silver Lake, Endeavor’s balance sheet is a work in progress.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Since that initiative started, police have made 100 arrests and issued more than 400 summonses.—
Julian Roberts-Grmela,
New York Daily News,
23 Feb. 2025
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The summonses to these financial institutions and courier services direct them to produce records that will enable the IRS to identify U.S. taxpayers who have sent or received money or documents to or from the Trident Trust Group.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.D.,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Style it with: Satin wide-leg pants or dark denim, a slinky camisole, and a sleek clutch for a night-out look that feels effortless yet refined.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
5 Mar. 2025
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Make Adjustments Based On Q1 Insights One key step is refining your execution plan based on Q1 insights.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Making project code transparent meant that agencies could reuse the code and reduce the cost of duplicate development efforts across agencies and levels of government.—
Kayla Schwoerer,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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That won't do for SpaceX's vision of rapidly reusing Starship with minimal or no refurbishment.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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However, other symptoms are different, as are diagnosis and treatment methods.—
Sarah Hudgens,
Health,
27 Feb. 2025
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Cross-staking rebar is an older method that requires pounding two strong pieces of rebar (at least 24 inches long) into the ground in an X configuration.—
Skye Goode,
Outdoor Life,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Prolonged, elevated cortisol levels or chronic stress can disrupt these processes, leading to inflammation, chronic pain, depression, and even the progression of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.2 Cortisol levels are meant to slowly decline throughout the day.—
Caitlin Pagán,
Verywell Health,
28 Feb. 2025
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Two consecutive winning seasons that include a 2023 World Series appearance and the progression of several key prospects have brought the Diamondbacks to a point where continued success is expected.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Authorities issued an arrest warrant and have been on the lookout for the suspect since then.—
Rick Hurd,
The Mercury News,
26 Feb. 2025
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An arrest warrant alleged Guzman and Miller stole $200 worth of cash and marijuana from McBeath.—
Jeff A. Chamer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Process.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/process. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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