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procedure

[pruh-see-jer] / prəˈsi dʒər /


Usage

What are other ways to say procedure? The noun procedure usually implies a formal or set order of doing a thing, a method of conducting affairs: parliamentary procedure. A process is a series of progressive and interdependent steps by which an end is attained: a chemical process. 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.

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According to some outside medical experts, she likely “survived the procedure because the drug, pentobarbital, probably poured into tissue surrounding the insertion sites instead of entering her bloodstream.”

From Salon ● Oct. 3, 2026

Boeing on Friday added that it was working to formalize a procedure with airlines that would allow pilots to restore automated flight guidance in case the glitch occurs.

From Barron's ● Oct. 3, 2026

While receiving the two doses, "she could be heard crying, whimpering, and breathing loudly throughout the procedure", her lawyers said.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

She spent six years as an adjunct professor teaching criminal procedure and litigation at Southwestern Law School.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

In the end, all systems of knowledge require one to put one’s trust in someone, something or some procedure.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton

The state's department of correction has defended the method it used, saying "the protocol does not allow for additional procedures beyond what was carried out".

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

The department said it also has put “new post-containment procedures in place, using drones and thermal imaging to confirm a fire is fully out.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026

“Our investigation confirmed that these individuals mishandled sensitive information outside established company procedures, violating our policies and breaking the trust essential to our work.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

Phiri's lawyer, Powell Nkutabasa, told AFP the main allegations were misuse of office, contravening procurement procedures and dealing in "terrorist" property.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

The next big hurdle will be Germany’s naval Enigma, which has four rotors and fiendishly complex procedures.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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