procedures

noun

plural of procedure
1
as in processes
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result followed the procedure for replacing the broken part exactly as the owner's manual instructed

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2
as in policies
a way of acting or proceeding followed standard procedure for dealing with a consumer complaint

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Recent Examples of procedures Homendy has warned that without making changes in regulations, operating procedures and laws, close calls and incidents like what happened with Marine One could continue to occur. — Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026 The former quarterback said the procedures were eye-opening and humbling. — David Brandt, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026 These include specialty pharmacy claims, inpatient admission, chronic disease treatment plans and claims related to complex surgical procedures. — Bruce Roffe, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Midwives are medically trained to perform many of the same functions and procedures as doctors when women are having babies in low-risk situations. — Kristin Wright, NPR, 11 Aug. 2026 The zoo said an investigation found a medication preparation error and prompted an internal review of its procedures. — Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 These are procedures that require resources from specialized children’s hospitals. — Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2026 City Attorney Gustavo Martinez also declined to answer The Bee’s question seeking clarification on the mayor’s comments and on the city’s policies and procedures. — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Transrectal procedures, which are more common, carry an infection risk of up to 7% (with up to 3% risk of sepsis); transperineal ones, which carry less of an infection risk, are more complex and require heavier anesthesia. — Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 5 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for procedures
  1. processes
  2. policies
  3. methods
  4. strategies
  5. techniques
  6. methodologies
  7. programs
Noun
  • The facility will be used to build and test equipment, work with real-world feedstocks and prepare processes for commercial deployment.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Improving representation is an important step, but leaders must also build processes that invite different viewpoints and give team members room to challenge prevailing ideas.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of processes
Noun
  • The state senator from Greenwich says Lamont has been too loose with state budget policies and should have generated even more savings to ease Connecticut’s debt burdens.
    — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Now sensing an opening, Lowe has sought to form an alliance with Farage, conditioned on Farage accepting some of Restore’s more extreme policies.
    — Reagan Yip, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of policies
Noun
  • Expanding on Iraola’s comments, there are methods to measure how different countries integrate individuals into groups.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • This involves studying the same question using methods affected by different potential sources of bias.
    — The Conversation US, Scientific American, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of methods
Noun
  • To reduce its carbon footprint, the glass industry is pursuing various decarbonization strategies centered on circular material use and technological innovation.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 11 Aug. 2026
  • As businesses navigate rapid technological change and shifting workplace expectations, local-level leadership is increasingly shaping how global strategies land.
    — Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of strategies
Noun
  • Classes will cover fine art materials with specific brands of watercolors, pens, and paints, as well as special techniques.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026
  • According to local tradition, the weaving craft dates to when Princess Wencheng introduced weaving techniques to Tibet after marrying the king.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of techniques
Noun
  • Yet despite an endless stream of books, apps and methodologies, many professionals remain convinced there simply aren't enough hours in the day.
    — Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • In modern times, as threats have evolved, deception with moving the president has been an integral part of the Secret Service protective methodologies.
    — Donald J. Mihalek, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of methodologies
Noun
  • That's because he has been heavily involved in the construction and trades programs at Cherry Creek Innovation Campus.
    — Michael Abeyta, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • While these programs are a step in the right direction to improving e-scooter safety, Chicago should also consider policies designed around the developmental needs and behaviors of youth.
    — Narmeen Khan, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of programs

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