guideline

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Recent Examples of guideline Federal probation officials set a guidelines range of about six to seven years. Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 27 Oct. 2025 Follow the manufacturer's safety guidelines closely to protect your hands while slicing. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025 The problem is that these guidelines are not always possible to abide by, which can lead to feelings of guilt and shame. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 27 Oct. 2025 Education and outreach Circulate San Diego sees following the rules of the road and driving responsibly as fundamental guidelines for users of all bicycles. Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for guideline
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Noun
  • The number of foreign residents has risen sharply in recent years, reaching a record 3 percent of the population in 2024, as Tokyo cautiously loosened visa rules for workers in key industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and caregiving.
    Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
  • However, Laporta has now become closer to La Liga president Tebas, as Barca have looked for more flexibility in meeting the competition’s strict financial sustainability rules.
    Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The expedition was a disaster by every objective standard, but Nweeia’s conversation with the hunter stuck with him.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
  • The response from both consumers and brand partners has validated our strategy of expanding beyond Dubai while maintaining the same standards of excellence.
    Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • This watch guide was created using technology provided by Data Skrive.
    Data Skrive, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
  • For a more traditional bar experience, take a look at our etiquette guide to British pubs.
    Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Meanwhile, Madrid’s official complaints to the Spanish government’s Higher Sports Council, alleging that La Liga did not have the competency to organise the Miami game within official regulations, sought to raise the possibility of Tebas being suspended from his position.
    Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Each state has its own regulations and tax rates for sports betting.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Along with the legal near-miss, the staff report found that Chua’s actions violated several city codes, including by directing a staff member without going through the city manager and by improperly calling a meeting.
    Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
  • In fact, she's created a crystal jewelry line inspired by sacred codes, which has become a favorite of celebrities like Janet Jackson and Billie Eilish.
    Gillian Telling, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • It's also recommended to teach your children essential information like full name spellings, birthdates, addresses and any instructions on what to do in case of an emergency, according to the organization's safety plan checklist.
    Alyssa N. Salcedo, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
  • Use insecticidal soap, neem or horticultural oils, or Spinosad, and follow label instructions.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • But in this case, the Nuggets might not have enough room on their books for Watson next summer, if avoiding the second apron remains a guiding principle for team ownership.
    Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 26 Oct. 2025
  • California Common Cause likewise tossed its principles aside.
    The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 26 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The restoration aligns with federal responsibilities under historic-preservation law and recent executive orders to beautify the nation's capital and restore pre-existing statues.
    NPR, NPR, 28 Oct. 2025
  • All enclosures are at least eight times larger than what is required by federal law and evaluated annually by federal and state veterinarians, the Fechters said.
    Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025

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