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as in prudence
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
you should have exercised greater policy in your online relationships and not divulged so much personal information
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Recent Examples of policy
The incident was referred to the university’s Office of Civil Rights, where it will be investigated according to university policy, a spokesperson for Cornell University told JTA in a statement on June 15.
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Jackie Hajdenberg,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
Starmer has, however, faced ongoing criticism from those in his own party over the death and devastation in Gaza, and his more right-leaning policies related to trans people, civil liberties, immigration and measures to tackle soaring inequality.
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Abid Rahman,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Gold prices are driven by inflation expectations, central bank policy, global economic conditions and investor demand.
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Usa Today,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Starmer ditched some of his predecessor’s more left-wing policies and apologized for antisemitism that an internal investigation concluded had been allowed to spread under Corbyn.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
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Jackie Hajdenberg,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
Starmer has, however, faced ongoing criticism from those in his own party over the death and devastation in Gaza, and his more right-leaning policies related to trans people, civil liberties, immigration and measures to tackle soaring inequality.
—
Abid Rahman,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Gold prices are driven by inflation expectations, central bank policy, global economic conditions and investor demand.
—
Usa Today,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Starmer ditched some of his predecessor’s more left-wing policies and apologized for antisemitism that an internal investigation concluded had been allowed to spread under Corbyn.
—
ABC News,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for policy
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When Díaz underwent the procedure to remove loose bodies from his elbow in late April, the Dodgers eyed a post-All-Star break return.
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The rules require buildings to have a clear plan for managing equipment failures, including specific procedures to assist residents who may be trapped.
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Considering there were only 33 appearances this past season, such Heat prudence hardly could be viewed as insulting.
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This is how a title is won, with prudence and luck and a foresight that becomes apparent in the afterglow of victory.
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With a range of 50 to 300 kilometers, the drones, all made in Ukraine, are designed to throttle the Russian army’s logistics – adding a new dimension of strikes to Ukraine’s strategy as the war grinds through its fifth year.
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Her focus on designing efficient production strategies and fostering new opportunities for the sector places her at the intersection of creative development and industrial infrastructure — precisely the combination the archipelago’s growing ambitions demand.
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Relationships become a wisdom source.
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Algorithms identify patterns, but wisdom depends on human insight.
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The specific programs targeted by the EPA regulate emissions from vehicles, lawn and garden equipment, and generators.
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Iran has said peace talks cannot advance to more substantive issues – such as its nuclear program – until the fighting in Lebanon is halted.
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Cancer season shifts your focus towards nurturing a felt sense of security.
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Starmer has vowed to fight any leadership contest, deepening the sense of crisis within the Labour Party.
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Reforms are unlikely to be fully implemented until beyond his final term, and future presidents would retain considerable discretion.
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Eligibility for Overdraft Coverage is determined by SoFi Bank in its sole discretion.
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“Policy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/policy. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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