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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
Paolo Armelli, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
The process by which a new pope is elected has undergone numerous changes in the nearly two millennia that the Catholic Church has existed, with the current procedure a combination of ancient traditions and modern updates as recent as 2013, reflecting changes instituted by Pope Benedict XVI.
—Phoebe Natanson, ABC News, 21 Apr. 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
Peter Pinedo, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
States continue to process Real ID applications, so compliance numbers will continue to change, and CBS News will update these figures before the May 7 deadline.
—Taylor Johnston, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2025
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Noun
No contact with the outside world is allowed during the process: Phones are removed, and the room is checked for listening devices.
—Paolo Armelli, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
The process by which a new pope is elected has undergone numerous changes in the nearly two millennia that the Catholic Church has existed, with the current procedure a combination of ancient traditions and modern updates as recent as 2013, reflecting changes instituted by Pope Benedict XVI.
—Phoebe Natanson, ABC News, 21 Apr. 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
At each vote, a cardinal will write his choice on a piece of paper, process up to Michaelangelo’s giant fresco of the last judgment – which serves as a reminder of the gravity and sacredness of their responsibility – and drop his ballot in a chalice.
—Peter Pinedo, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
States continue to process Real ID applications, so compliance numbers will continue to change, and CBS News will update these figures before the May 7 deadline.
—Taylor Johnston, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for process
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These were not the rules of the liberal international order, which sought to supplant power politics with legal procedures.—
Stacie E. Goddard,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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The procedure itself, which Dr. Talei started developing around 10 years ago, takes about 30 to 60 minutes under local anesthesia and the recovery is fairly minor.—
Hedy Phillips,
People.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause has not yet been determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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However, there have not been any other updates on the show’s progress.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The 47-year-old driver was issued several summonses including possessing an open alcohol in a motor vehicle and DWI, according to officials.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
23 Apr. 2025
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She was given two pink-colored summonses by the New York Police Department — one for obstructing pedestrian traffic and the other for failure to disperse — before being released.—
Shimon Prokupecz,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Instead of a sweeping change, Netflix tested the service, refined it based on real-time feedback, and scaled gradually.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The Trump administration on Saturday asked for clarification from the high court, asking it to refine its order to allow Alien Enemies Act deportations for any migrant who has not challenged their removal.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Yes, zip-top bags like those sold by Ziploc can be reused.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2025
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For anyone still reusing passwords, the dangers are real — and growing.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With this method, plants can die back and decompose and become incorporated into the soil.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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The Associated Press | Jose Luis Magana Trump’s tough methods to eject migrants may be controversial in some U.S. courts, but Americans generally favor his overall goals to thwart crime and deport millions of people who lack legal status, according to recent polls.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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However, slowing the progression of vision loss is key.—
Heidi Cope,
Health,
19 Apr. 2025
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However, there is a continuous rise in prostate-specific antigen (PSA), indicating disease progression.—
Matthew Wosnitzer,
Verywell Health,
18 Apr. 2025
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An arrest warrant was obtained for Lacy for negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run and reckless operation of a vehicle.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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County prosecutors have offered a glimpse of the federal allegations, which were outlined in an FBI warrant unsealed Friday.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Process.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/process. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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