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as in standard
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
one criterion for grading these essays will be their conformity to the rules of traditional grammar
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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
an exceptionally high degree of physical risk is the preeminent criterion of an extreme sport
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Recent Examples of criterion
Content demonstrating clear expertise and authority • Fast-loading pages without intrusive pop-ups or restricted access
Websites meeting these criteria are far more likely to capture AI's attention, while those that don't risk fading into obscurity.
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Guy Leon Sheetrit, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Counselors recommend focusing on personal criteria for success rather than external validation.
—Sarah Hernholm, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
The storm is anticipated to produce winds exceeding 35 mph, reducing visibility to less than a quarter-mile for at least three hours in some regions, meeting the National Weather Service's criteria for a blizzard.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Their work has made a profound impact, showcasing resourcefulness, creativity, and enterprise under extreme conditions, which the RTS itself values in its awards criteria.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
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Guy Leon Sheetrit, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Counselors recommend focusing on personal criteria for success rather than external validation.
—Sarah Hernholm, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
The storm is anticipated to produce winds exceeding 35 mph, reducing visibility to less than a quarter-mile for at least three hours in some regions, meeting the National Weather Service's criteria for a blizzard.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Their work has made a profound impact, showcasing resourcefulness, creativity, and enterprise under extreme conditions, which the RTS itself values in its awards criteria.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for criterion
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Certifications to Consider Green Seal: This indicates the product meets environmental standards.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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However, many of the elements in the EU AI Act are vague and open to interpretation, with codes of practice, guidance and supplementary standards still to be finalized and brought into effect over the coming months and years.—
Hugo Farinha,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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To pick some specific characteristics, no two athletes are going to have identical muscle constructions, bone densities, leg lengths, centres of gravity, tendon strength, foot-size or foot arches.—
Liam Tharme,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Each impart different characteristics due to their distinct wood grain and chemical compositions.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Roadhouse and Longhorn both rank at the top of the American Customer Satisfaction Index, a benchmark of consumers’ opinions about restaurants and fast-food chains.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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Rodriguez cautioned against readers using income benchmarks to determine their self-worth or level of success.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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Over-the-air updates and advanced driver assistance features (e.g., Super Cruise available on higher trims).—
Brooke Crothers,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The festival’s diverse lineup included 39 narrative features, 16 documentary features, and 38 short films.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
23 Mar. 2025
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Rather than taking extreme measures, think logically about your highest exposures, and focus there.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
27 Mar. 2025
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In the aftermath of Trump’s second ascendancy to the Oval Office this January, legislators in at least five states have introduced measures asking the Supreme Court to officially overturn Obergefell.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
27 Mar. 2025
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Even name-brand shipyards can skimp on size and, more importantly, the quality of the beds for yachts costing tens of millions.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
27 Mar. 2025
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The sound quality is equally impressive, generating immersive 3D sound that follows movement on screen and automatically adjusts to your listening space.—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2025
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Some might consider critical thinking a trait or capacity that teachers can encourage, like creativity or grit.—
Lightning Jay,
The Conversation,
19 Mar. 2025
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Their goal is to build a comprehensive database that answers many questions about the behavioral and genetic traits of our friendly felines.—
Manuela López Restrepo,
NPR,
19 Mar. 2025
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That’s again, current to today’s world and an attribute to Taylor and the way that he’s scripted it.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Mar. 2025
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Our editors focused on key attributes such as quality, durability, comfort — especially for flying — and portability.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Criterion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/criterion. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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