criteria

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This, in turn, certainly raises the question for the rest of us as to what the criteria might actually be.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Third, publish research that meets the criteria of relevant research—studies that answer questions that are timely, describe real problems, for which answers aren’t obvious, and for which findings are operationally valid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The distinction is reserved for "exceptional" five-star hotels that meet a dozen criteria, including a prime location, tailor-made service, and "legendary status linked to historical significance or famous guests".

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The researchers contrasted the average returns of the hedge funds that met their specific criteria with all other hedge funds between 2006 and 2024.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

This animal was deemed to have met the Department's criteria, and was therefore released this morning into its native habitat.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz