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a usual way of doing something
the thief's modus operandi
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Recent Examples of modus operandi
Prosecutors argued that the crimes shared the same modus operandi and that many witnesses overlap.
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Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 27 Feb. 2025
That has always been her modus operandi on the show for a decade.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2024
Feasibility assessments are not normally the modus operandi of Trumpism.
—David Leonhardt, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025
That was his modus operandi during the trial in this case, as well as in the New York civil fraud trial and Jean Carroll defamation trials.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 27 Feb. 2025
That has always been her modus operandi on the show for a decade.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2024
Feasibility assessments are not normally the modus operandi of Trumpism.
—David Leonhardt, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025
That was his modus operandi during the trial in this case, as well as in the New York civil fraud trial and Jean Carroll defamation trials.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for modus operandi
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modus operandi
Noun
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This method will minimize creases and save suitcase space.—
Amy Louise Bailey,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2025
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Two methods could address these issues with real reform: special elections or by appointing interim officials who finish the term but cannot run in the next general election for that office.—
Bob Marshall,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Following your treatment plan can help preserve your vision.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
6 Apr. 2025
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The plan focuses on economic development, infrastructure, arts and culture, entertainment, public safety and cleanliness — driving the work required to create a downtown that thrives for everyone.—
Shelonda Stokes,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Apr. 2025
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The family of a woman who was strangled to death last year during a conjugal visit with her husband at a Northern California prison has called for reforms after a second woman was killed in a similar manner.—
Summer Lin,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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Freund also criticised the manner in which the club discovered Davies’ injury.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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In it, Blanche outlines a decentralized approach in which U.S. attorney’s offices will now take the lead on digital asset cases, focusing primarily on crimes involving terrorism.—
MacKenzie Sigalos,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2025
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As the deadline for Real ID approaches, many Americans are racing to secure the necessary identification for domestic air travel and access to federal buildings.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Variants of the original recipe include garlic and vegetable or chicken broth instead of water.—
Vicky Hallett,
NPR,
1 Apr. 2025
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This fresh and flavorful recipe combines nutrient-rich salmon and bright and crisp-tender vegetables with a homemade teriyaki sauce.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
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How could this happen to such a visceral, joyous style of music?—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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Use heat protectant Your hair is going to be subjected to so much more heat to create those smoother, lasting styles, so using a heat protectant is an absolute must.—
Lisa DeSantis,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2025
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Through countless films, TV series, Amblin events, awards campaigns and our public relations strategy—this is where Marvin came alive.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2025
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Yet most of the examples cited, including McKiernan’s ouster, stemmed from differing opinions on military strategy or questions of competence—not differing ideologies.—
Risa Brooks,
Foreign Affairs,
8 Apr. 2025
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No easy fixes Google had no comment on the new technique or if the company believes the new attack optimization poses a threat to Gemini users.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Mar. 2025
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Suffolk County prosecutors have argued that the technique is widely accepted, per News 12.—
Christine Pelisek,
People.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Modus operandi.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modus%20operandi. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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