processes

[pros-es-iz, ‑uh-siz, ‑uh-seez, proh-ses-iz, proh-suh-seez] / ˈprɒs ɛs ɪz, ‑ə sɪz, ‑əˌsiz, ˈproʊ sɛs ɪz, ˈproʊ sə siz /

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method; series of actions to achieve result n.
subject to series of actions to achieve result v.

NOUN

method; series of actions to achieve result

Synonyms

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action case course development growth means measure mechanism movement operation practice procedure proceeding progress rule step system technique trial way

STRONG

advance channels evolution fashion formation manner mode outgrowth performance progression routine stage suit transaction unfolding wise working

WEAK

course of action modus operandi red tape

Antonyms

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cessation decline decrease idleness ignorance inaction inactivity stoppage

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failure halt

VERB

subject to series of actions to achieve result

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alter convert deal with dispose of handle prepare refine transform treat

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concoct fulfill

WEAK

make ready take care of

Antonyms

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continue hold ignore keep neglect preserve remain retain

WEAK

forget

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processes

Included in the show are examples of her experimental photo processes and more traditional media such as Polaroids and inkjet prints.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026

“An unknown number of agents are constantly arriving in Minnesota without any knowledge of the investigation, the issues already discussed and decided, and the processes they need to follow,” Teirab complained.

From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026

Near Bedford in the UK, it's where the company's researchers dream up new recipes and develop their production processes.

From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026

They occur naturally in the body, helping dictate processes such as repairing tissue.

From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026

He processes the chickens himself, and doesn’t have to pay someone else.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan