Thesaurus results for METHODS

methods

noun

plural of method

as in approaches

the means or procedure for doing something the city council is stuck in the last century and needs to adopt more modern methods for doing things

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Recent Examples of methods This allows engineers to test processing stages, collect operating data and refine methods before production is expanded. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026 The recycling alliance also hides its methods for determining the fees, the lawsuit said. — Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 31 July 2026 Instead, Reddit argued that its licensing agreement with Google directly prohibits certain uses of Reddit data that are now being accessed due to the circumvention methods employed by malicious web scrapers. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 31 July 2026 Three state officials told the Times there were hallmarks of Iranian or Iran-backed hackers, noting the absence of a ransom demand and the hacking methods used. — Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Tips to protect your vehicle from being stolen Car thieves use different methods, so protecting your vehicle requires more than one piece of technology. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026 While methods vary across production zones, change is underway. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 Researchers are now evaluating various biomarkers as candidates for the development of better diagnostic methods or to define subgroups. — Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026 Alternative methods While IEEPA gave the president the ability to impose tariffs unilaterally and quickly, some of these other avenues require a much slower process. — Danielle Kurtzleben, NPR, 24 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for methods

Noun

If tablet and laptop are to draw closer, balancing the two approaches in a single app could be the worst of both worlds.

— Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
As the second anniversary of Hurricane Helene approaches, Atlanta native Andrew Aydin recalls the day in late September when the devastating storm struck his community in Western North Carolina.

— Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of approaches

Noun

Rebuilding global inventories would take about 18 months, even before accounting for new storage facilities that countries are planning as part of their energy security strategies.

— Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026
For organizations seeking meaningful ways to activate teams and elevate corporate culture, five actionable strategies can bring allyship to life well beyond a single date on the calendar.

— Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of strategies

Noun

Basic techniques, the company said, like weak passwords and unauthenticated endpoints.

— Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Skilled Photoshop artists spent years mastering masking, selections and retouching techniques, only to watch AI remove a complex background with a single click.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of techniques

Noun

Valuation methodologies for alternative investments will typically involve a combination of financial modeling, comparable transactions and information from the investment manager.

— Jeffrey Bartel, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
The launch solves a real problem in the sustainability reporting world, which is fragmented requests and inconsistent methodologies.

— Arthur Zackiewicz, Footwear News, 14 July 2026

Definition of methodologies

Noun

Many schools don’t devote nearly enough time to letting kids play, which is one of the key ways primary school-age children learn.

— Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
Without further ado, here's six ways to style loafers and mom-jeans through fall 2026 without letting go of all your favorite summer trends and hero pieces.

— Michel Mejía, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of ways

Noun

According to Martin Limpert, Managing Director of Range Rover, the new model has been conceived to redefine expectations of the grand touring segment by combining engaging road manners with capabilities that traditional GT cars simply cannot offer.

— Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Abroad, it will be interpreted as representing the manners of all Americans, so your embarrassment is understandable.

— Judith Martin, Mercury News, 15 July 2026

Definition of manners

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The standard way to shop usually means picking recipes first, making a list, and buying those exact ingredients regardless of price.

— Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 July 2026
Owner Audrey Dixon, niece of original owner Jana Howell, is selling the original recipes of the popular sugar cookies, cupcakes, cake balls, cheesecakes and cookie cakes.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

Definition of recipes

Noun

Just last week, OpenAI and Anthropic revealed that their AI agents accessed the internet during testing and hacked into other companies’ systems.

— Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
Local officials in Minnesota and Michigan have since confirmed their states were affected, but neither Georgia nor federal officials would confirm that Peach State water systems were among the targets.

— J. Scott Trubey, AJC.com, 4 Aug. 2026