definition
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“This is, in fact, the definition of a peaceable revolution, if any such is possible.”
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
In an interview, Madigan said VOA had too broad a definition of what was a “direct threat” to safety that would allow for immediate removal.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
Goldman’s definition of secular growth stocks are those S&P 500 firms, excluding financials, real estate, and utilities, that meet its “Rule of 10” sales growth criteria.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026
A questionable outlet, the company obtained the results through a methodology so shady it verged on outright dishonesty: They used a definition of “tradwife” that bears no resemblance to the term’s actual meaning.
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026
And I remembered, too, that the definition of surrender isn’t to give up, but to go over to the winning side.
From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen
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