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also methodic
as in systematic
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern
a methodical study plan that included lists of points to memorize
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Recent Examples of methodical
Aries is bold, impulsive and action-oriented, while Saturn is pragmatic, disciplined and methodical.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 May 2025
Mahmoud Issa/Reuters Against the backdrop of intensified bombing, which has killed hundreds of Palestinians in recent days, Israel began a methodical buildup of its forces in Gaza, but has yet to unleash them fully, adding to the sense of uncertainty.
—Dina Kraft, Christian Science Monitor, 20 May 2025
Brewing: Some people like the methodical, ritualistic aspect of brewing coffee.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 24 May 2025
That was in some part more to do with the intensity and micro-management of Andy Flower, and the rather methodical plod of a team that was past its sell-by date.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 May 2025
Mahmoud Issa/Reuters Against the backdrop of intensified bombing, which has killed hundreds of Palestinians in recent days, Israel began a methodical buildup of its forces in Gaza, but has yet to unleash them fully, adding to the sense of uncertainty.
—Dina Kraft, Christian Science Monitor, 20 May 2025
Brewing: Some people like the methodical, ritualistic aspect of brewing coffee.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 24 May 2025
That was in some part more to do with the intensity and micro-management of Andy Flower, and the rather methodical plod of a team that was past its sell-by date.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodical
Adjective
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The white minority in South Africa established and perpetuated a culture of apartheid in South Africa for over 40 years until the early 1990s, resulting in systematic oppression, political domination, segregation and discrimination against the predominantly Black population.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 May 2025
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Still, rigorous use of reason, systematic data collection and existing science gave us an approach that helped families at a difficult time.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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This is similar to students studying exclusively for standardized tests rather than developing broader knowledge.—
David Talby,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Take the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), which required states to implement standardized tests for grades 3-8 in order to receive federal funding.—
Zoltan Istvan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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“Methodical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodical. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.
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