as in ideologies
the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group
our philosophy is to do no harm to anyone
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Recent Examples of philosophies
The head coach kicked off his second offseason with a presentation of his philosophies.
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025
Scarosso With a commitment to uncompromising greatness in all aspects of the shoemaking process, Scarosso prioritizes transparency and ethical practices in the production process as one of its core philosophies by ensuring that factory working conditions are safe for artisans.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2025
This biomimetic approach to AI development would position Malaysia to export not just technological products, but technological philosophies — ways of thinking about intelligence that emerge from ecological rather than industrial metaphors.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Over the course of two days, hundreds of movers and shakers from across the landscape of digital and sports entertainment came together to share their philosophies and visions for the next phase of the gaming industry.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025
In an era of continuous redefinition of beauty, the cosmetics industry is evolving from visual aesthetics to embracing cultural narratives and life philosophies.
—Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2025
Ryan is balanced in all training philosophies.
—William Jones, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2025
All designs, sayings, languages, and philosophies seem to have emerged in permanent body ink.
—Michael Isaacson, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2025
Explore philosophies that will get you closer to the true meaning of your life.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 17 Aug. 2025
Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025
Scarosso With a commitment to uncompromising greatness in all aspects of the shoemaking process, Scarosso prioritizes transparency and ethical practices in the production process as one of its core philosophies by ensuring that factory working conditions are safe for artisans.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2025
This biomimetic approach to AI development would position Malaysia to export not just technological products, but technological philosophies — ways of thinking about intelligence that emerge from ecological rather than industrial metaphors.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Over the course of two days, hundreds of movers and shakers from across the landscape of digital and sports entertainment came together to share their philosophies and visions for the next phase of the gaming industry.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025
In an era of continuous redefinition of beauty, the cosmetics industry is evolving from visual aesthetics to embracing cultural narratives and life philosophies.
—Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2025
Ryan is balanced in all training philosophies.
—William Jones, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2025
All designs, sayings, languages, and philosophies seem to have emerged in permanent body ink.
—Michael Isaacson, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2025
Explore philosophies that will get you closer to the true meaning of your life.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 17 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for philosophies
Noun
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Meanwhile, the understanding of citizens as consumers led many voters of all ideologies to view politics through the lens of choosing an ideal candidate or party rather than strategizing to build coalitions and accomplish particular aims.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
8 Sep. 2025
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Task begins by setting up the parallels between Tom and Robbie, two flawed men trying to keep their heads above the water of their own miseries, cutting back and forth between their routines to emphasize their similar ideologies and spontaneities.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This doesn’t necessarily point to belief systems or doctrines, but rather the communal and reflective aspects of spirituality.—
Robert B. Tucker,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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While contestants form their own codes of ethics and unspoken social doctrines, the villa speaks its own design language, which guides the behavior of the islanders and keeps the show running smoothly.—
Tayler Adigun,
Architectural Digest,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Philosophies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philosophies. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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