What does by-the-numbers mean?
By-the-numbers means (idiomatic) Done in a predictable manner; formulaic..
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Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
(idiomatic) Done in a predictable manner; formulaic..
Use by-the-numbers when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
By-the-numbers means (idiomatic) Done in a predictable manner; formulaic..
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Use by-the-numbers where its definition matches the intended context.
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