guideline

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Recent Examples of guideline Although laws and rules differ by state, city, or building, there are general guidelines that can help address these issues. Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2025 The 5% target is well beyond what any NATO country currently spends on defense, and a significant increase on the previous 2% guideline laid out by the organization. Callum Sutherland, Time, 25 June 2025 This column reflects her opinion, and not necessarily those of the University of Colorado. To send a letter to the editor about this article, submit online or check out our guidelines for how to submit by email or mail. Wanda James, Denver Post, 24 June 2025 This means establishing clear governance structures, feedback mechanisms, and guidelines for prosocial AI deployment. Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for guideline
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guideline
Noun
  • But if Ayatollah Khamenei and his regime is seriously weakened that could destabilize the rule of the theocrats.
    Ian Pannell, ABC News, 18 June 2025
  • Chef Black’s approach to fine dining breaks conventional rules, and that’s exactly what makes Grey Sweater special.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 18 June 2025
Noun
  • Some of those tracks remain standards from that era and rank not just among the most successful, but also the most critically acclaimed of all time.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
  • The complaint alleges that the proper legal standards were not met in the implementation of her guardianship.
    Liza Esquibias, People.com, 18 June 2025
Noun
  • But if history is any guide, that response could happen at any time − and anywhere, and in potentially any form, former U.S. intelligence officials and diplomatic experts say.
    Josh Meyer, USA Today, 23 June 2025
  • Book a call, download your guide, join your newsletter, whatever moves them closer to working with you.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • The parliamentarian also approved a revision on a proposal on a 10-year moratorium on state regulations on artificial intelligence.
    June 27, CBS News, 27 June 2025
  • Looking Ahead As businesses navigate an increasingly complex global landscape—shaped by economic pressures, shifting regulations and evolving workforce expectations—talent strategies need to be both resilient and adaptive.
    Luis Peralta, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • Shirting ranged from classic fits to oversized, and toyed with house codes in an asymmetric tank.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
  • Ultimately, selecting shingles that align with your local weather conditions ensures long-term protection, code compliance, and performance tailored to your home’s surroundings.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • Where applicable, include order confirmations, status updates, and next-step instructions.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
  • Earlier instructions to stop antibiotics were premature, and a longer course was necessary.
    Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Noun
  • The conservative Supreme Court on Friday delayed ruling on President Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship, the bedrock principle that anyone born in the U.S. is automatically a citizen.
    Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 27 June 2025
  • At a time when establishing clarity of first principles has never been more urgent, UF’s law school practically dared anyone to criticize the award for whitewashing the Constitution.
    Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • Idaho Supreme Court says Sánchez vacated her seat In an opinion written by Justice Gregory Moeller, the Supreme Court disagreed with Sánchez on three essential points surrounding the Idaho law cited by the City Council.
    Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 24 June 2025
  • And American law, then as now, tends to favor legacy over hustle.
    Aron Solomon June 24, Literary Hub, 24 June 2025

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“Guideline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guideline. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.

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