policy

noun

ˈpä-lə-sē How to pronounce policy (audio)
Definition of policynext
1
as in procedure
a way of acting or proceeding it's always been my policy not to spread rumors

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2
as in prudence
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters you should have exercised greater policy in your online relationships and not divulged so much personal information

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Recent Examples of policy American states, cities, and businesses are also expected to show up in force in Antalya, Turkey, the conference’s host city, eager to work with international partners without waiting for federal policy to change. — Laurence Tubiana, Time, 6 Nov. 2026 The front office restated its ballpark policy, established that Santander spoke for himself, and moved on. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026 When Trombecky invoked this policy, however, she was told that the program was suspended. — Shayla Love, New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2026 Fortunately, Democrats have no shortage of policy priorities that could improve Americans’ lives while attracting broad bipartisan support. — Thomas Kahn, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for policy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for policy
  1. procedure
  2. prudence
  3. strategy
  4. wisdom
  5. program
  6. sense
  7. discretion
Noun
  • Model procedures should provide timely notice, straightforward requests, and alternative assignments without academic penalties.
    — Ilya Shapiro, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Raffensperger's investigation is set to determine how the memory card was overlooked, whether election procedures were followed, and any corrective measures to prevent similar incidents in future elections.
    — Oliver Trapnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of procedure
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  • The word prudence seems to be missing as more and more debt is issued.
    — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Investors also have little confidence that fiscal prudence will return anytime soon.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of prudence
Noun
  • Japan has rejigged its incentives scheme for international productions as part of the bold IP360 national strategy to boost its content sector.
    — Gavin J Blair, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The openings, on Monday, signal a shift in strategy from social media to physical retail.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of strategy
Noun
  • Again, facts aren’t really the point here, and there is no wisdom in debating a quack whose brain has literally been infected by a worm.
    — Ta-Nehisi Coates, Vanity Fair, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Local wisdom dictates the best shop is the one closest to you, but here are eight greats, new and old.
    — Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of wisdom
Noun
  • The cocktail program is in development with Neal Bodenheimer, co-owner of New Orleans favorite Cure.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Lawmakers would still need to agree on how to pay for the program and what would happen to existing insurance.
    — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of program
Noun
  • At a free, all-day festival in Newark, hundreds gathered to celebrate Indian culture, with live music, traditional clothing and food creating a sense of connection to home.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Democrats know what drove those voters away in the first place — cost of living, rent, grocery bills, public safety and a sense among working families that the party talks past them and even down to them.
    — Bradley Honan, New York Daily News, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of sense
Noun
  • At the discretion of the masters, the cause may be set for a pretrial conference or other hearings, per the procedural rules.
    — Amy Lavalley, Chicago Tribune, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Nike Air Force 1 Low will only be doled out in limited numbers at Travis Scott’s discretion.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of discretion

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