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as in criterion
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
the animation in that movie set the standard against which all later animated cartoons were judged
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as in flag
a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as an emblem or for signaling
a ship flying the queen's standard
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as in normal
what is typical of a group, class, or series
somewhat shorter than the standard for boys that age
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as in usual
being of the type that is encountered in the normal course of events
a standard bandage is all that that wound needs
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as in typical
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind
he's pretty much your standard high-school jock
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as in conventional
accepted, used, or practiced by most people
standard procedure
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Recent Examples of standard
Vahe Gregorian
july 25, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2025
Netflix offers customers three plans: standard with ads, standard and premium.
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 25 July 2025
Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 July 2025
The United States became an economic superpower and a titan of trade, in no small part because of the global adoption of standard containers.
—Tony Morley, National Review, 25 July 2025
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Noun
Among the exacting standards wrestling promotes, Chad Humphrey said, are intense mental toughness and being reliant on yourself.
—Vahe Gregorian
july 25, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2025
Netflix offers customers three plans: standard with ads, standard and premium.
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 25 July 2025
Adjective
The final numbers include a max speed of Mach 0.94 (721 mph), an ultrahigh speed of Mach 0.92 (706 mph), and a standard cruise of Mach 0.85 (652 mph)—the latter delivering its benchmark range.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 July 2025
The United States became an economic superpower and a titan of trade, in no small part because of the global adoption of standard containers.
—Tony Morley, National Review, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for standard
Noun
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Germany’s Blue Card system, aligned with the EU framework, facilitates residency for highly qualified workers meeting salary thresholds and educational criteria.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The following criteria must be met to issue an AMBER Alert, according to the Department of Public Safety: A child under 18 was abducted.—
Wren Smetana,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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On the inside of the ring, there is a Brazilian flag, which is where the season started.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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Where will flags be at half-staff in Wisconsin? Per Evers' executive order, American flag and the Wisconsin state flag fly half-staff at all buildings, grounds and military installations belonging to the state of Wisconsin.—
Cailey Gleeson,
jsonline.com,
19 July 2025
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The board’s confirmation votes — delivered with little debate — confirmed the new normal in Florida higher education: placing Republican insiders and political appointees in top academic leadership roles.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2025
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Cooler temperatures are forecast for Super Bowl 59 on Sunday, with highs near seasonal normals.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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And then reality crashes down around them in a series of scenes that expose the cruel hypocrisy of Iran’s corrupt system (which purports to uphold morality, but allows men in positions of authority to indulge themselves in egregious ways).—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
11 July 2025
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The post did not address the morality of allowing biological males in girls sports.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Elie Saab’s show, as usual, was on point, showcasing spectacular, timeless red-carpet-style gowns which were opulent and glamorous in equal measure.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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For deeper repair, apply generously as an overnight scalp and hair mask, then wash and style as usual the next day.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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On a recent Friday morning, a group of half a dozen neighbors and business owners in Fountain Square gathered near Leonard Street, looking prepared for a typical neighborhood cleanup.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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Regents selected the two most recent UT presidential appointments at University of Texas at Dallas and UTHealth Houston after a national search by a presidential search advisory committee, per the typical policy.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Dongfang, which enjoyed a 45% share in the conventional hydropower market, could rake in as much as 54 billion yuan from the new project, according to Lau.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
23 July 2025
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This means the country's Royal Air Force could join NATO's dual capable aircraft fleet, featuring jets certified to carry American tactical nuclear weapons as well as conventional bombs and missiles.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
Noun
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In June, state economists announced those benchmarks won’t be hit.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
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The 10,000-step benchmark started as a marketing strategy for a 1960s Japanese pedometer, not a medical recommendation.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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“Standard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/standard. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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