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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A third directs the Los Angeles Fire Department to create a report detailing the cause of the fire, the facility’s compliance history and oversight protocols for similar facilities.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

Together with police, it announced a review of school security protocols, bullying policies, and student behavioural monitoring systems.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

"Anything that may help should be explored but it requires strict protocols and safety monitoring."

From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026

As investigations continue, city officials are expected to review safety protocols and determine whether additional restrictions will be imposed before operations resume.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026

All the facts on which you base protocols must be reasonably hard facts with unambiguous meaning.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas