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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
Developed over centuries, the teaching is frequently used by military analysts as an ethical and moral criteria for armed conflict.
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Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026
In some of the top metro cities, a whopping two-thirds of the listings fit that criteria.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
Donald Williamson, a Democrat, and Nader Shahatit, a Republican, are also running, but neither reported raising campaign funds to the California Secretary of State, part of The Bee’s criteria for coverage.
—Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026
This decade, 16% of November games have been blowouts, but a whopping 23% of April games have fit the criteria.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 17 Apr. 2026
At the time, the FDA’s panel of pharmacy advisors voted overwhelmingly that the peptides did not meet the criteria for substances that can be safely compounded.
—Matthew Perrone, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
One qualified passenger isn’t enough—every person in the row must independently meet the criteria and agree to assist.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Batey couldn't say how the criteria to become a full-time firefighter for the township had changed, but Sahr said there are statewide standards and courses candidates have to pass.
—Elle Meyers, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Once the minimum sponsorship and criteria are met, the sport could be nearing an NCAA championship.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026
Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026
In some of the top metro cities, a whopping two-thirds of the listings fit that criteria.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
Donald Williamson, a Democrat, and Nader Shahatit, a Republican, are also running, but neither reported raising campaign funds to the California Secretary of State, part of The Bee’s criteria for coverage.
—Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026
This decade, 16% of November games have been blowouts, but a whopping 23% of April games have fit the criteria.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 17 Apr. 2026
At the time, the FDA’s panel of pharmacy advisors voted overwhelmingly that the peptides did not meet the criteria for substances that can be safely compounded.
—Matthew Perrone, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
One qualified passenger isn’t enough—every person in the row must independently meet the criteria and agree to assist.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Batey couldn't say how the criteria to become a full-time firefighter for the township had changed, but Sahr said there are statewide standards and courses candidates have to pass.
—Elle Meyers, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Once the minimum sponsorship and criteria are met, the sport could be nearing an NCAA championship.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for criteria
Noun
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Mason's Law will mandate the marking, guarding, and grading of storm drains to improve safety standards across the state.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Method Oregon is a non-profit established by a coalition of producers to ensure high standards and help place their wines on the map.—
Irenie Forshaw,
TheWeek,
13 Apr. 2026
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The unusual characteristics of dark matter have prompted scientists to search beyond the standard model of particle physics for particles that could comprise it.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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This is particularly important for individuals who have concealed their characteristics and do not meet the autism or ADHD descriptions.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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Contribution rates could be tied to measurable job-displacement benchmarks, declining if disruption slows.—
Nicolas S. Rohatyn,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The company is working to improve safety and reasoning through benchmarks that guide how robots should behave in real-world scenarios.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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These queries could be related to Levi’s Red Tab loyalty program, processing returns, or even the qualities of selvedge denim; the tool’s knowledge is vast and its applications innumerable, the brand said upon launch.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Rancho Alamitos’ softball team combined all those qualities Wednesday to beat a prolific strikeout pitcher and take sole possession of first place in the Grove League.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
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Windows 11 Pro offers speed improvements, fresh features that make your device feel newer, and tighter security.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2026
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During their time there, Ozzy and Sharon carefully renovated the home in order to add modern day luxuries and features, while making sure to maintain the historical architecture and charm of the era it was designed and built in.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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And of course, all of these attributes can shift, depending on the mix of ingredients.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
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Those attributes are going to be very popular with managers, no matter what consumers think of them.—
Andrew P. Collins,
The Drive,
9 Apr. 2026
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The projection is tricky because the body type is so unusual, but the movement traits and disruptive flashes are worth a long look.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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Miami’s staff views Ford’s power, foot speed and character as positive traits.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 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 20 Apr. 2026.
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