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also criterions
1
as in standards
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
one criterion for grading these essays will be their conformity to the rules of traditional grammar
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
an exceptionally high degree of physical risk is the preeminent criterion of an extreme sport
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Recent Examples of criteria
The White House officials said federal agencies can incorporate best practices on housing regulations as a criteria for rewarding discretionary grants to state and local governments.
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Arkansas Online, 14 Mar. 2026
The criteria for gubernatorial candidates to participate considered opinion polling and campaign fund raising.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
No one embodies those fashion criteria quite like Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, a minimalist maven with a knack for stylish staples.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026
Usually, states are asked to review all criteria — income, disability and immigration status — to determine eligibility for the program, not single out one factor.
—Alex Olgin, NPR, 13 Mar. 2026
Those who met the criteria were then required by the law to obtain preclearance from the Justice Department before making changes to any of its voting laws.
—Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The list uses eight different criteria to determine its rankings, including coffee quality and consistency, ambiance and atmosphere, barista expertise, and sustainability practices.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Last week, Israel’s Justice Ministry reportedly concluded that Netanyahu’s request for a pardon did not meet the criteria for granting one and should therefore be rejected.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
In Iran, the group that meets all three criteria – organized, armed and willing – is the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
—Farah N. Jan, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Arkansas Online, 14 Mar. 2026
The criteria for gubernatorial candidates to participate considered opinion polling and campaign fund raising.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
No one embodies those fashion criteria quite like Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, a minimalist maven with a knack for stylish staples.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026
Usually, states are asked to review all criteria — income, disability and immigration status — to determine eligibility for the program, not single out one factor.
—Alex Olgin, NPR, 13 Mar. 2026
Those who met the criteria were then required by the law to obtain preclearance from the Justice Department before making changes to any of its voting laws.
—Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The list uses eight different criteria to determine its rankings, including coffee quality and consistency, ambiance and atmosphere, barista expertise, and sustainability practices.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Last week, Israel’s Justice Ministry reportedly concluded that Netanyahu’s request for a pardon did not meet the criteria for granting one and should therefore be rejected.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
In Iran, the group that meets all three criteria – organized, armed and willing – is the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
—Farah N. Jan, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for criteria
Noun
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Can software alone meet safety standards once defined by mechanical systems?—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Downey Fire Department rescue vehicle that responded was not equipped with a Tremco anti-theft locking device required under state law and applicable Fire Department standards, the family’s attorneys argue.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The motion to disqualify Robinson, at this point an allegation, touches upon one of the defining characteristics of the Supreme Court — that discussions among judges when deliberating over decisions are confidential.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
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Every building has distinguishing characteristics.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
7 Mar. 2026
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A good deal for flights from major US cities to Europe this summer would be $600 roundtrip and about $900 roundtrip from smaller cities, according to Going's data—helpful benchmarks to keep in mind when researching and comparing fares.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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Natural gas, jet fuel and international oil benchmarks have also jumped significantly.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
11 Mar. 2026
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There’s a certain dignity, rawness, and honesty to her, and those are qualities that make a rare combination.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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Still, Martindale pointed to Ricard, a six-time Pro Bowler, as an example of how Harbaugh finds players and develops their best qualities to fit the team.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
12 Mar. 2026
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These Rains cargo pants are a genius way to stay dry in style on a wet, chilly day, with a waterproof exterior, plus useful features like a comfortable drawstring waist and large rain-safe pockets.—
Alexandra Pereira,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps Little Foot’s lineage was more closely related to East African hominins, while South African hominins evolved distinct facial features later on, the authors wrote in the study.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Luckily for investigators, the plant has some appropriately spooky attributes.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
5 Mar. 2026
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Individual results may vary depending on patient-specific attributes and other factors.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Other traits or environments were not considered when measuring morbidity.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Garcia presents some attractive traits.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Political discussions on social media are often dominated by competing attributions of more and more insidious motives to people on the other side.—
Mark Schroeder,
The Conversation,
20 Feb. 2026
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This post was corrected on 21 January 2021 to clarify attributions.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
12 Jan. 2021
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“Criteria.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/criteria. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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