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

STRONGEST

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

STRONGEST

cessation decline decrease idleness ignorance inaction inactivity stoppage

STRONG

failure halt

VERB

subject to series of actions to achieve result

Synonyms

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alter convert deal with dispose of handle prepare refine transform treat

STRONG

concoct fulfill

WEAK

make ready take care of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

continue hold ignore keep neglect preserve remain retain

WEAK

forget

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processes

The health board said it had agreed to develop a new specialist health visitor role with additional responsibilities, subject to approval processes.

From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026

The company said the partnership is aimed at modernizing its systems, processes and data, as the carrier steps up investment in technology and AI alongside the largest fleet renewal in its history.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 10, 2026

Many Alzheimer's therapies are designed to address processes occurring in the brain, but medications that target the central nervous system may not necessarily correct abnormalities affecting peripheral nerves and muscles.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 10, 2026

He was dropped over allegations he had harassed female members of staff, with HarperCollins explaining that the company took "employee wellbeing extremely seriously and has processes in place for reporting and investigating concerns".

From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026

And beet sugar colored by new processes was now outselling cane sugar from the Caribbean.

From "Sugar Changed the World: A Story of Magic, Spice, Slavery, Freedom, and Science" by Marc Aronson

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