methodical

Example Sentences

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It was this methodical jigsaw of footage that allowed police to arrest McCullagh for a second time and seize his computer.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

His approach to his mother’s secret is as methodical as his unraveling of Peggy’s murder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

“I think I’m confident because there’s no exact science on ramping up early and success, or being methodical and not participating to result in success during the season,” Roberts said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

Hamed called it "methodical destruction", though the perpetrators remain unknown and there has been no investigation.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The table is silent, except for Mother’s thorough, methodical chewing to try to turn solid food into paste.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett