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methodically

[muh-thod-ik-lee] / məˈθɒd ɪk li /




ADVERB
systematically
Synonyms


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Meanwhile, James methodically listened to pitches from a handful of teams, ultimately settling on the 76ers.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

In the corner, Lionel Messi was moving almost in slow motion, his arms methodically swinging against an imaginary tide.

From BBC Jun. 27, 2026

Video from the scene showed investigators methodically walking across freeway lanes looking for evidence as a river of morning commuters moved around the closure on side roads before getting back on the freeway.

From Los Angeles Times May 7, 2026

He keeps readers engrossed by methodically recounting the specifics of police work, including the business of obtaining warrants and interrogating witnesses.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 14, 2026

From then on he worked slowly and methodically, stacking the wood in neat rows in the cart.

From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park




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