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something usually in writing that shows or tells how something should be done
The government has issued new guidelines for following a healthy and balanced diet. Here are some basic guidelines for helping you choose a dishwasher.
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Recent Examples of guidelines
Conflicting Guidelines and Policy Changes Fuel Distrust Lack of trust in public health is, in part, also being caused by conflicting information and drastic changes in guidelines from the current administration.
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Sukhman Rekhi, Verywell Health, 13 Apr. 2026
The therapy is also part of clinical guidelines to prevent and treat oral mucositis — painful mouth ulcers and inflammation that are common among patients undergoing treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation.
—Maria Godoy, NPR, 13 Apr. 2026
Accredited compounding pharmacies are primarily regulated by state boards and required to comply with certain standards and guidelines, Cassileth said.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2026
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.
—Carla Gennaro, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
San Marcos Unified is working on guidelines, but none have yet been presented to staff.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2026
The City Council’s approval on Monday night carves out specific guidelines and a simpler process for Portfolio Homes within the city’s development code.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2026
These updates reflect evolving state defensible space guidelines, particularly within the first five feet of a home where ignition risk is highest.
—Chuck Page, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
Follow the guidelines on the seed packet or seedling label.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
Sukhman Rekhi, Verywell Health, 13 Apr. 2026
The therapy is also part of clinical guidelines to prevent and treat oral mucositis — painful mouth ulcers and inflammation that are common among patients undergoing treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation.
—Maria Godoy, NPR, 13 Apr. 2026
Accredited compounding pharmacies are primarily regulated by state boards and required to comply with certain standards and guidelines, Cassileth said.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2026
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.
—Carla Gennaro, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
San Marcos Unified is working on guidelines, but none have yet been presented to staff.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2026
The City Council’s approval on Monday night carves out specific guidelines and a simpler process for Portfolio Homes within the city’s development code.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2026
These updates reflect evolving state defensible space guidelines, particularly within the first five feet of a home where ignition risk is highest.
—Chuck Page, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
Follow the guidelines on the seed packet or seedling label.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guidelines
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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 federal law sets out rules and procedures for gathering foreign intelligence through electronic surveillance, physical searches, pen registers and more.—
John Parkinson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The store is owned by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community on their tribal land and licensed under their cannabis ordinance, which sets rules and regulations consistent with Minnesota laws, according the tribe.—
Frankie McLister,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Hungary's economic crisis won't be solved alone by these funds, Darvas said, but by complying with EU regulations, the new government will signal that the country is a stable place for investments.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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However, a careful review of the statutes and connected regulations reveals that probably very few if any California common-interest developments will be affected by this law.—
Kelly G. Richardson,
Oc Register,
17 Apr. 2026
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Smart glasses capture what's in front of the user, the motion-tracking suit reads their posture in real time, and the AI processes all of that to generate movement instructions tailored to the specific moment.—
Omar Kardoudi
April 13,
New Atlas,
13 Apr. 2026
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The university confirmed Thursday that these instructions have not changed.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
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Crucially, FedEx developed a system using bar codes and other types of scanning and reporting technology that enable the company to track a package at any stage of its journey.—
John Beifuss,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Need to Know From April 15 –17, PEOPLE is hosting a 72-hour flash sale with exclusive codes for our readers across fashion, home, and beauty brands like Laura Geller, Cozy Earth, and Rag & Bone.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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In an effort to help find who is responsible, Lynch and other local guides have been pooling money to fund a reward.—
Kubie Brown,
Outdoor Life,
16 Apr. 2026
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Through in-store workshops, instructional guides and later online tutorials, the brand encouraged homeowners to take on projects that might previously have required professional contractors.—
Alexandria Mansfield,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Guidelines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guidelines. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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