methodical
Example Sentences
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While Amodei cemented a reputation for his methodical approach to AI development, Michael and Hegseth became known for their cutthroat approach to business and war.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026
She is recognized in Central America for her methodical, approachable style and deep understanding of Latin America’s political and cultural dynamics.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 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
Both leaders came with lofty goals, yet discussed methodical steps that included a 50 percent cut in strategic nuclear arms, with the ultimate target of abolishing the entire global nuclear stockpile by the year 2000.
From Slate • Feb. 2, 2026
Given the guide’s conservative, exceedingly methodical nature, many of his colleagues have expressed puzzlement at this uncharacteristic lapse of judgment.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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