as in rules
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
the time-honored prescription among hostelers that you do not mess with another person's stuff
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Recent Examples of prescriptions
Medicine isn’t just about prescriptions.
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Crystal Cene, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Medicaid paid about $287 for the unlawful prescriptions written for the undercover agent, according to authorities.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
Both pharmacy chains recommended that customers scoop up their prescriptions before the storm if possible.
—Phil Helsel, NBC news, 23 Jan. 2026
Medical experts recommended refilling prescriptions for crucial medications ahead of the storm.
—Lauren Caruba, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
Independent Wellness handles its own medication fulfillment, which means prescriptions are shipped to your door.
—Zoe Weiner, Flow Space, 23 Jan. 2026
Useful prescriptions depend on correct diagnoses.
—Jamie Holmes, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026
Along with groceries, remember prescriptions and pet supplies.
—Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
Lower-cost generics now represent 9 out of 10 prescriptions filled in America, yet the vast majority are made overseas.
—Richard L. Jackson, Washington Post, 6 Jan. 2026
Crystal Cene, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Medicaid paid about $287 for the unlawful prescriptions written for the undercover agent, according to authorities.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
Both pharmacy chains recommended that customers scoop up their prescriptions before the storm if possible.
—Phil Helsel, NBC news, 23 Jan. 2026
Medical experts recommended refilling prescriptions for crucial medications ahead of the storm.
—Lauren Caruba, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
Independent Wellness handles its own medication fulfillment, which means prescriptions are shipped to your door.
—Zoe Weiner, Flow Space, 23 Jan. 2026
Useful prescriptions depend on correct diagnoses.
—Jamie Holmes, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026
Along with groceries, remember prescriptions and pet supplies.
—Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
Lower-cost generics now represent 9 out of 10 prescriptions filled in America, yet the vast majority are made overseas.
—Richard L. Jackson, Washington Post, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prescriptions
Noun
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These may include skipping meals, ignoring hunger clues, relying on rigid food rules and cutting out entire food groups, according to Garcia-Benson.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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Seat-time rules should never be the reason a capable student fails.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In Kano and Northern Nigeria, this marks the start of the Durbar festival, an annual cultural, religious and equestrian celebration showcasing the rich heritage and traditions of the Hausa people.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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There’s a casual, authoritative swing to their performance that belies the stylistic range on the record; the songs touch upon different traditions, yet all sound of a piece.—
Stephen Thomas Erlewine,
Pitchfork,
26 Jan. 2026
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Education policies, as well as parenting values focused on grades and test scores as singular markers of achievement may also be to blame.—
Brandon Busteed,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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That support has given me the strength to keep pushing forward, for integrity, accountability, and a sport that truly upholds the values that brought us together to compete.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Prescriptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prescriptions. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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