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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
While 44% of employees say their organization has begun integrating AI, only 22% report seeing a clear plan, and just 30% say their company has even basic guidelines.
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Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Learn more about Gannett’s AI guidelines and policy here.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
In two nearly-unanimous decisions, the council chose to temporarily suspend the anti-discrimination chapter and rewrite the Unity Council’s guidelines to comply with federal grant contracts.
—Rachel Royster
september 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Sep. 2025
Instead, the order sets guidelines for the activities in which the troops can participate.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2025
Politicians treat immigration laws like optional guidelines.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
This amount aligns with dietary guidelines and shouldn’t raise your risk of certain health conditions such as diabetes or heart disease.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 1 Sep. 2025
All new procurements must meet domestic content rules under current federal infrastructure investment guidelines.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Participants must follow strict, non-modifiable guidelines for 75 consecutive days.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 19 Mar. 2025
Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Learn more about Gannett’s AI guidelines and policy here.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
In two nearly-unanimous decisions, the council chose to temporarily suspend the anti-discrimination chapter and rewrite the Unity Council’s guidelines to comply with federal grant contracts.
—Rachel Royster
september 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Sep. 2025
Instead, the order sets guidelines for the activities in which the troops can participate.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2025
Politicians treat immigration laws like optional guidelines.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
This amount aligns with dietary guidelines and shouldn’t raise your risk of certain health conditions such as diabetes or heart disease.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 1 Sep. 2025
All new procurements must meet domestic content rules under current federal infrastructure investment guidelines.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Participants must follow strict, non-modifiable guidelines for 75 consecutive days.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 19 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guidelines
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The advent of short-form cricket has seen fielding standards rise rapidly in the past decade.—
James Wallace,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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The standards for staffing levels are based on federal regulations from the Office of Personnel Management.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Reeves has repeatedly dismissed the possibility of bending her own fiscal rules on borrowing.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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While many students across Michigan face rules from districts or teachers limiting their phone use, the state has no law in place standardizing cellphone restrictions across school districts.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Schneider said any crackdowns on potential violators are more likely to be aimed at organized efforts to circumvent consumer protection laws, rather than go after every individual who may skirt regulations.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Therapists going the route of AI usage will need to be mindful of the latest laws and regulations pertaining to AI usage.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Follow evacuation instructions without delay.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Follow the instructions of the authorities on the ground.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Suveyke Snyder noted that Scott fit the bill for the company’s search for a creative director who had a strong understanding of its luxe American brand codes, current female audience and a vision of the woman the brand wants to speak to in the future.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
2 Sep. 2025
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The affected lots include codes 25084 and 25086, with expiration dates of March 2027.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Non-drug factors Psychedelic treatment often involves guides or therapists who help ensure that a patient's psychedelic experience is safe and effective.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
5 Sep. 2025
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There are many kayak guides to take you safely out on the water at night.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Guidelines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guidelines. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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