as in standard
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
this prize-winning biography will be the benchmark against which all others will be judged in future years
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Recent Examples of benchmark
Then the new, evolved agent is tested again on the benchmark and the process repeats.
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Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 19 June 2025
The European Central Bank, or ECB, actually had reduced its benchmark rate seven times at the time of Trump’s post but cut it again the following day.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Portugal performed +12% above the pre-pandemic benchmark and +31% above the same period last year.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 June 2025
PwC’s recent executive playbook on agentic AI emphasizes that early adopters of AI set industry benchmarks, gain first-mover advantage, streamline operations, and create barriers to entry through deep integration.
—Rhett Power, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
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Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 19 June 2025
The European Central Bank, or ECB, actually had reduced its benchmark rate seven times at the time of Trump’s post but cut it again the following day.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Portugal performed +12% above the pre-pandemic benchmark and +31% above the same period last year.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 June 2025
PwC’s recent executive playbook on agentic AI emphasizes that early adopters of AI set industry benchmarks, gain first-mover advantage, streamline operations, and create barriers to entry through deep integration.
—Rhett Power, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for benchmark
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Companies operating in Europe face substantial fines—potentially $100 million or more annually for some companies that can’t meet emissions standards.—
Nicole LeBlanc,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Trying to fit into societal standards is a losing game, especially as a woman in pop.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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At the same time, interest rates and stricter lending criteria have significantly increased the cost of borrowing, which is often a lifeline for small businesses to grow—and even survive.—
Juliana Berger,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Oswego trustees as a committee of the whole recently discussed the eligibility criteria for the Economic Development Incentive Award grant program in the village.—
Linda Girardi,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
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“Benchmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benchmark. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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