methodically
Americanadverb
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in a systematic and orderly way.
This serious book methodically reviews various new business models, leadership styles, and theories of value creation.
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in a slow and careful way; painstakingly.
Don't make the mistake of blazing your way through a chapter; instead, read deliberately and methodically.
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., circled back later in the hearing and methodically dismantled the exchange.
From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026
"The model for success is no longer based on methodically working on your career, but rather on having a meteoric rise," she adds.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
The letter’s blunt, legalistic tone methodically laid out pages of allegations, suggesting that there could be additional examples and that the investigation remained ongoing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
Oklahoma City methodically collects talent, instills a team-first culture, plays unselfishly and usually wins going away.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 18, 2026
Feeling irritated, Ash forced herself to continue methodically untangling Ana’s hair from the ribbons and pins.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
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