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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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In 2023, in a rare enforcement procedure, the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Double D did not respond to a question about whether medication was given before the procedure.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

At the same time, I know this is an elective procedure and not medically essential.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

"If they want to initiate extradition proceedings, by all means," he added, calling extradition cases in US courts "a demanding procedure".

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

Being in high school, she knew something of parliamentary procedure, and thought it might be a good idea to have the chairman represent the common people.

From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey




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