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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 to refine
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Recent Examples of process
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
Olumuyiwa Olowogboyega, semafor.com, 14 July 2025
May Provide Digestive Support Some research suggests that honey, particularly raw or minimally processed honey, has prebiotic qualities that encourage the formation of healthy gut bacteria.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
Bob Violino, CNBC, 26 July 2025
Its place on the PGA Tour schedule heightens the urgency of the search process.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 26 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for process
Noun
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
Adjective
Sabi says its platform is now active in Nigeria, DR Congo, Tanzania, and Zambia, processing more than 20,000 tons of minerals monthly, and is targeting a run rate that could account for 5% of US imports in select mineral categories by the end of 2025.
—Olumuyiwa Olowogboyega, semafor.com, 14 July 2025
May Provide Digestive Support Some research suggests that honey, particularly raw or minimally processed honey, has prebiotic qualities that encourage the formation of healthy gut bacteria.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
Verb
In fact, 54% of the 3,000 executives from Russell Reynolds’ global network that the company surveyed are concerned that AI reliance is eroding critical thinking, and one-quarter are worried about AI inadvertently undermining product/service quality and critical internal process quality.
—Bob Violino, CNBC, 26 July 2025
Its place on the PGA Tour schedule heightens the urgency of the search process.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 26 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for process
Noun
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Back in March, the Crüe was forced to postpone their Las Vegas residency so Neil could undergo a vocal procedure, though no specifics were given.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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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.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Currently, there is no data indicating the containment progress of the fire and its cause has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
22 July 2025
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Six days after the Playwrights announcement went public, a capacity crowd turned up to talk about representation and curation, and to try to imagine how to regain progress already fought for and, if temporarily, won.—
Helen Shaw,
New Yorker,
22 July 2025
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In recent years, the agency’s inspections have increased drastically, up 158% between 2024 and 2025 while corresponding data showed summonses issued to those businesses increased by 259% in the same period.—
Tosha Miller,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025
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The Denver Fire Department, which oversees conveyances in the city, warns that noncompliance will result in officials shutting down elevators and issuing summonses to appear in court.—
Sam Tabachnik,
Denver Post,
6 July 2025
Verb
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Brands need to do a better job in their data analysis to refine their segmentation models so very important customers are recognized and treated as such.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Raised in Phoenix, refined over three years at Dayton University, Holmes had never sustained a major health setback.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
Verb
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As with consumer products that end up in landfills, a vast amount of valuable materials is never harvested and reused.—
Peter Suciu,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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Once cooled, it can be reused on your indoor or outdoor plants.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 July 2025
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These methods will prolong shelf life and maintain optimal flavor and texture. Peaches and nectarines contain high levels of micronutrients, particularly vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, niacin, magnesium, and phosphorus.—
Hannah Coakley,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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The Art of Aari: Preserving Ancient Indian Techniques At the heart of Weener's collections lies the Aari technique, which is an embroidery method using a hooked needle that requires extraordinary skill and patience.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Noun
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But there has to be some level of progression without diluting the iconic-ness of Wednesday.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
24 July 2025
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But more so just to get that first one done, so that the progression can carry on, that’s the most exciting thing.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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The Department of Homeland Security said Immigration Customs Enforcement and US Customs and Border Protection officers were executing warrants at the marijuana grow sites and were met with hundreds of protesters.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
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The operation appears to directly violate a court injunction issued in April to require warrants by Border Patrol, according to two law professors.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
19 July 2025
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“Process.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/process. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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