as in standards
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 benchmarks
Porter highlighted that the state should focus on ensuring students meet the educational benchmarks needed to succeed.
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James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Still, diagnosing Grok’s troubles on benchmarks alone may be a fool’s errand.
—Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 14 May 2026
Success means using data, best practices, and clear performance benchmarks to evaluate programs and investments, and adjusting course when something is not working.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
State officials emphasize that Phase 1 currently includes physician review of every prescription, but the program’s design phases that review out once volume and safety benchmarks are met, moving first to retrospective audits and then to random-sample checks.
—Alon Bergman, STAT, 11 May 2026
Enforceable milestone deadlines tied directly to federal disbursements, so money flows only when benchmarks are met.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
This scorecard will mandate clear benchmarks in every contract, with funding shifts triggered by actual housing outcomes.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Forming a union requires recognition of employment, among other benchmarks.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 6 May 2026
Ridestore said the Spartan jacket relies on non-PFAS alternatives that still meet the brand’s performance benchmarks.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Still, diagnosing Grok’s troubles on benchmarks alone may be a fool’s errand.
—Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 14 May 2026
Success means using data, best practices, and clear performance benchmarks to evaluate programs and investments, and adjusting course when something is not working.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
State officials emphasize that Phase 1 currently includes physician review of every prescription, but the program’s design phases that review out once volume and safety benchmarks are met, moving first to retrospective audits and then to random-sample checks.
—Alon Bergman, STAT, 11 May 2026
Enforceable milestone deadlines tied directly to federal disbursements, so money flows only when benchmarks are met.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
This scorecard will mandate clear benchmarks in every contract, with funding shifts triggered by actual housing outcomes.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Forming a union requires recognition of employment, among other benchmarks.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 6 May 2026
Ridestore said the Spartan jacket relies on non-PFAS alternatives that still meet the brand’s performance benchmarks.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for benchmarks
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The defense called just one witness – an expert in education administration and school safety who testified Parker did not breach professional standards or act with indifference.—
Cindy Von Quednow,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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On top of misquoting statutes and misrepresenting legal standards, the filing also made broad claims about what constitutes doxing without citing a single case to support their stance.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
18 May 2026
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However, the restrictions were amended in 2024 to permit select athletes to compete under authorized neutral criteria, though many critics argued the criteria were inconsistently enforced.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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To top the list, a place must earn high scores in criteria such as affordability, desirability, and quality of life, which encompass factors like healthcare, infrastructure, and education.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
21 May 2026
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Case said economists use several metrics to gauge whether a market favors buyers or sellers, including how long homes sit on the market, how much inventory is available and whether homes are typically selling above or below asking price.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
22 May 2026
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With the metrics of success ever-evolving, Rassi underscored the importance of prioritizing profitability over growth.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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“Benchmarks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benchmarks. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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