process
Usage
What are other ways to say process?
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.
Example Sentences
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But a paper its published alongside the announcement has not been peer reviewed - a process where it is reviewed by independent experts - and scientists the BBC spoke to wanted more information.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
“This is a lot to process, our hearts are heavy and we fully intend to continue to pursue answers for justice.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
In short, “there’s a series of tool installs, fab process nodes, and prototypes to deliver that make use of those process nodes,” Lanting said.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
AI-led systems will be able to process and continuously update vast information sets—ranging from consumer prices and wage settlements, to financial transactions and supply-chain activity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
And after Courtney talked about the whole democratic process thing, and frowned when she said heart, how could I put up a poster that didn’t mean anything?
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
Vocabulary lists containing process
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 4
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