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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
The British soldiers fought in red uniforms with orderly precision and methodical execution; Marion fought in camouflage from trees and bushes.
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Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Being methodical, strict and regimented is the key!
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 1 June 2025
The pace is painfully methodical, as Kornyev faces obstruction and obfuscation at every level, enduring Kafka-esque levels of red tape before the Prosecutor General will even agree to see him.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 14 May 2025
On moderately difficult tasks, SR models' methodical approach gave them an edge.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
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Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Being methodical, strict and regimented is the key!
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 1 June 2025
The pace is painfully methodical, as Kornyev faces obstruction and obfuscation at every level, enduring Kafka-esque levels of red tape before the Prosecutor General will even agree to see him.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 14 May 2025
On moderately difficult tasks, SR models' methodical approach gave them an edge.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for methodical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for methodical
Adjective
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The Risks Of Getting A Coffee Enema The systematic review actually found quite the opposite: nine case reports of adverse events occurring from use of coffee enemas.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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In a systematic review of studies, researchers found that active children are more likely to report feelings of well-being.—
Henry Abbott,
The Atlantic,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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The students here benefit from very small class sizes and earn high scores on standardized tests, averaging 1400 on the SAT and 32 on the ACT.—
Charlie Finnerty,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Florida’s standardized tests — taken by students in elementary through high school — are high-stakes, with some scores from some exams being used for promotion and graduation decisions and the results factoring into the A-to-F grades the state assigns public schools.—
Steven Walker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 June 2025
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“Methodical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/methodical. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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