protocols

NOUN

rules of conduct, behavior in certain situation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

agreement code contract covenant custom obligation pact

STRONG

compact concordat conventions courtesy decorum etiquette formalities manners order politesse propriety treaty

WEAK

good form p's and q's

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disagreement

STRONG

bad manners impoliteness rudeness

WEAK

crudeness impropriety

Example Sentences

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When Sinner and Spizzirri took to court at about 12:30 for the second match on Laver, chair umpire Fergus Murphy reminded the players about the protocols which could be enforced.

From BBC

Prevented from doing his job of overseeing privacy and security protocols, he says he was ultimately forced into resigning.

From Los Angeles Times

The company has also partnered with cybersecurity expert Troy Hunt to refine its breach response protocols and audit readiness, as well as educate users on data safety.

From Salon

“Iryo deeply regrets what happened and has activated all emergency protocols,” the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal

She added that the police were "invoking mass disaster protocols".

From BBC