procedure
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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
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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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