standard

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Black women should be held to the same standards as any other candidate, which is why this is such a revealing discussion.

From Salon

Beyond standard construction, the material could support affordable housing, climate-resilient infrastructure, and disaster recovery efforts.

From Science Daily

Frank Baine, a spokesman for Uganda's prisons, denied that Besigye's health was critical, saying the opposition figure was under standard medical supervision.

From BBC

He resigned from the role in May to pursue a presidential bid, which soon collapsed when Yoon's party refused to nominate him as its standard‑bearer.

From Barron's

Many people improve after trying a few treatments, but for as many as one-third of patients, standard antidepressants or psychotherapy do not provide enough relief.

From Science Daily