locus classicus

noun

Definition of locus classicusnext
as in paradigm

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for locus classicus
  1. paradigm
  2. instance
  3. example
  4. cross section
  5. specimen
  6. sample
  7. classic
  8. prototype
Noun
  • As artificial intelligence reshapes the technological landscape, a new paradigm is emerging in content creation: the hybrid workflow.
    Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
  • But they were held back by a programming paradigm that requires instructions to mostly be executed in order.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of paradigm
Noun
  • In another instance, Cunningham dribbled around two screens from Duren and Tim Hardaway Jr. and found himself against Gobert, who was in drop coverage.
    Hunter Patterson, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Reports He was arrested for another instance of domestic violence in July 2023 after he was reported by someone who previously had been granted a restraining order.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of instance
Noun
  • For example, Cardi B kicked off her heels for a barefoot performance in Miami while Lucy Hale enjoyed a mini Pretty Little Liars reunion at the beach.
    Glamour, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2025
  • An anti-theft bag, for example — like this $30-off option from Travelon — has lockable zippers and a slash-resistant body.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of example
Noun
  • Civilian air traffic control infrastructure is designed for crewed aircraft that have larger radar cross sections and operate at higher altitudes than drones.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
  • At tax consulting firm Ryan, No. 13 on the large company list, senior leaders hold regular listening sessions with a cross section of 12 to 15 employees to get feedback and then take action on common themes uncovered. 2.
    Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of cross section
Noun
  • Even though scientists know more about this species from genetic data than fossils, more physical specimens have slowly been popping up.
    Ryan McRae, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
  • In order for the Bigfoot species to have lasted this long, there would have to have been several specimens in order for breeding to occur, and for inbreeding and low genetic diversity to be avoided.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of specimen
Noun
  • The samples were seized with the assistance of Thai authorities and subsequently transferred to the custody of U.S. law enforcement.
    Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Of 1,768 urine samples tested, nearly all (95 percent) had levels under 4.54 micrograms.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Definition of sample
Noun
  • Photo : Benetti ‘Juno’s 7’ 145 Feet, Benetti Set to be delivered early this year, Juno’s 7 is a classic in the making from Italian shipyard Benetti.
    Katia Damborsky, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Hanes Bikini Underwear Pack In terms of go-to underwear styles, Hanes is a classic.
    Jessie Quinn, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of classic
Noun
  • Develop prototypes or small-scale versions of disruptive products to validate market potential before scaling.
    Ioana Dragomir, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
  • While a prototype shell for the GameStation Go was briefly shown at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show a year ago, this year's CES is the official announcement party for a playable version of the GameStation Go.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of prototype
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