boilerplate

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Its policy statement on Wednesday consisted of four short paragraphs, while previous statements, such as the one in April, included traditional boilerplate items, comments on recent events and details of policy votes by committee members.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026

But any study of cults involves some documentary boilerplate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The right to strike is still protected in national laws, argued Yip, and does not need to be enshrined in "boilerplate norms, imposed at the highest level".

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Mitu Gulati explains how the pervasive use of boilerplate contracts is creating a legal crisis.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026

"Because, professor, this beast is made of boilerplate steel!"

From Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea by Walter, F. P.