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process

[pros-es, proh-ses] / ˈprɒs ɛs, ˈproʊ sɛs /




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A process is a series of progressive and interdependent steps by which an end is attained: a chemical process. Procedure usually implies a formal or set order of doing a thing, a method of conducting affairs: parliamentary procedure. 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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“On the weaponization side, the damage appears to be like punching holes, creating bottlenecks in the multitiered, lengthy process of making the nuclear weapons itself,” Albright said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

But as the series progresses, her thought process begins to change when she is forced to decide between her "comfort zone" or "to hold the hand of a woman she's not really fond of".

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Branding was a big part of the event, with Pakistan dubbing the process the "Islamabad Talks", and plastering a logo combining the Pakistani, US and Iranian flags all over the city.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

Then, the Snow Secure blanket is folded out over the pile, a process that takes about a day.

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

She took care to avoid passing by Clara’s office in the process and headed straight to Boaz.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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