process
Usage
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A process is a series of progressive and interdependent steps by which an end is attained: a chemical process. Procedure usually implies a formal or set order of doing a thing, a method of conducting affairs: parliamentary procedure. Proceeding (usually plural) applies to what goes on or takes place on a given occasion or to the records of the occasion: proceedings of the Royal Academy of Sciences.
Example Sentences
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Teams are effective, Fleming says, because innovation often relies on a process called “recombinant search”—trying out different ways of combining existing ideas to create something new.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Edwards said despite the news coming as a "shock" the university had provided support throughout the process.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Rowan could use another friend to help him through the grieving process.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
It also exhibits nonlinear optical behavior, including a process known as third harmonic generation.
From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026
When I admitted how discouraged I felt about not finding Mom, Ray said we’ve ruled out things and that’s an important part of the process.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
