as in ideology
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 philosophy There aren’t that many [groups] that get to champion that philosophy to that many people. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2024 McKenna — and this feels important for any coach who wants to play this way — took time to explain his philosophy to the Ipswich fans to try to manage the apprehension that often builds in stadiums during these phases of play. Stuart James, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024 Lofoten takes the kilometer zero philosophy seriously; almost everything on your plate is hyperlocal: at Holmen, a fairy-tale shoreside hotel on the island of Moskenes, local cod and halibut, along with grouse and lamb, dictate daily menus. Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024 Accessibility and Sustainability The resort follows the Balinese 'Tri Hita Karana' philosophy, which focuses on the spiritual and social well-being of its staff and guests and the human relationship with nature. Ryan Smith, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for philosophy 

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“Philosophy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philosophy. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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