touchstones

noun

Definition of touchstonesnext
plural of touchstone
as in standards
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared his book has long been a touchstone for travel writing that aspires to be literature

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  1. standards
  2. criteria
  3. benchmarks
Noun
  • Dating standards have risen, and women are more vocal about their relationship expectations.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Crosby started the season slowly for his gaudy standards but is now on pace for 89 points.
    Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of standards
Noun
  • Integrate them into your ongoing pay practices, hiring processes, performance reviews and promotion criteria.
    Lyssa Hansard, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Engage your internal stakeholders to define and implement new decision criteria, and communicate it to existing and prospective employees.
    Lyssa Hansard, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of criteria
Noun
  • The Turing test is one of the oldest and most well-known benchmarks for AI performance.
    Rob Toews, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Broader sanctions relief, however, relating to the removal of HTS from terrorist designation lists, should remain tied to measurable benchmarks in governance reforms, including inclusivity, respect for human rights, and commitment to a democratic transition.
    Karam Shaar, Foreign Affairs, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of benchmarks
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