methodical

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His evolution from snarling, combustible forward to considered, methodical manager has surprised some people who may not have followed his career as closely once he had retired.

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

The cautious and methodical Congressional Budget Office has increasingly focused on how regulatory processes, especially permitting requirements, affect the pace and cost of building infrastructure and expanding productive capacity.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

They went through their pre-game warmups with methodical, meticulous determination.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger