as in methods
the means or procedure for doing something
showed me a different knitting technique
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Recent Examples of techniques
In the kitchen, a fermentation chef uses preservation techniques to change the flavor profile of bitter ingredients to sour or sweet.
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John Leos, AZCentral.com, 29 Mar. 2026
North of Manila, Pampanga is referred to as the culinary heartland of the Philippines, offering unrivaled food experiences that marry indigenous cooking techniques and foreign influences.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Some shots used digital techniques like wrapping Sinise’s legs in blue for rotoscoping, but the production couldn’t afford that for every scene.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
These events are extremely rare, requiring massive datasets and highly refined detection techniques.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 28 Mar. 2026
The Florida Keys are known for drawing large species like swordfish, but landing one of this size requires specialized deep-sea techniques and is considered rare.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Originating in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), ear seeding is a form of auriculotherapy, a treatment method that uses acupressure techniques on the ear.
—Patsy Anthony, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
Using advanced analytical characterization techniques, this analysis also assesses for inorganic compounds that may adversely affect laser treatment.
—Etiido Uko
march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
Coproducer and unit production manager Charles Newirth told Forbes in July 2024 that the effect relied on a combination of digital techniques and old-fashioned stage magic.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
John Leos, AZCentral.com, 29 Mar. 2026
North of Manila, Pampanga is referred to as the culinary heartland of the Philippines, offering unrivaled food experiences that marry indigenous cooking techniques and foreign influences.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Some shots used digital techniques like wrapping Sinise’s legs in blue for rotoscoping, but the production couldn’t afford that for every scene.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
These events are extremely rare, requiring massive datasets and highly refined detection techniques.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 28 Mar. 2026
The Florida Keys are known for drawing large species like swordfish, but landing one of this size requires specialized deep-sea techniques and is considered rare.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Originating in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), ear seeding is a form of auriculotherapy, a treatment method that uses acupressure techniques on the ear.
—Patsy Anthony, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
Using advanced analytical characterization techniques, this analysis also assesses for inorganic compounds that may adversely affect laser treatment.
—Etiido Uko
march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
Coproducer and unit production manager Charles Newirth told Forbes in July 2024 that the effect relied on a combination of digital techniques and old-fashioned stage magic.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for techniques
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Failing to establish and maintain effective methods to identify and evaluate hazards related to retrieving, transporting, storing, and handling explosive ordnance, including grenades.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Geophysics experts also raise significant doubts about the methods behind the theory.—
Ryan Brennan
April 1,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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As Easter approaches, schools are once again asking children to decorate eggs, bonnets or themed crafts to mark the holiday.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Expect to see some scalper prices drop Tuesday as the concert’s start time approaches.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
30 Mar. 2026
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The summit will explore how the two worlds connect – from adapting digital IP into cinematic projects and scouting emerging talent, to engaging audiences that drive communities to theaters and exploring innovative marketing strategies.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds — from financial professionals to everyday individuals — come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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Position has broad authority for applying project management methodologies and services to ensure successful business results.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Jeff co-created the Competing Values Framework and developed the Innovation Code and Innovation Genome methodologies which provide organizations with practical tools to reconcile competing priorities and drive breakthrough performance.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
21 Mar. 2026
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The best science fiction shows us new ways to see our lives and our times by showing us how both might be otherwise.—
Stephanie Burt,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Those are just some of the ways in which the three elements have become critical for modern manufacturing, including for defense.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Techniques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/techniques. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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