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protocol

[proh-tuh-kawl, -kol, -kohl] / ˈproʊ təˌkɔl, -ˌkɒl, -ˌkoʊl /


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They questioned the credibility of experts, DNA and ballistics reports with prolonged cross-examination about testing, interpretation and protocol.

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

For first-time guests Ty Birtles and his girlfriend, the security protocol wasn’t really a hassle; it was easy to get in.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 26, 2026

When the team qualified for the World Cup, the country’s national director of state protocol called it a “defining moment for our nation.”

From MarketWatch Jun. 26, 2026

White House protocol requires all visitors, regardless of status, to present government ID to the Secret Service for entry.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 24, 2026

Jimmy L had broken conversation protocol, which had never happened before in the history of their walkie-talkie relationship.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser

The blonde-haired sunglasses collector scored a minor role in the series "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and took a position overseeing Covid safety protocols during the pandemic on another production.

From Barron's Jul. 17, 2026

His social media content, which promotes some unproven fertility protocols, has gone viral.

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

Some states, including California and Arizona, require robotaxi companies to create law enforcement interaction protocols before they can offer driver-free rides.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

After a World Cup celebration turned deadly, Mexican officials vowed to strengthen safety protocols ahead of their team’s Sunday match against England.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 5, 2026

He was not profusely thankful and there was that silence about him, that bearded, gruff, and giant silence, that unwillingness to engage the protocols of island life.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson




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