canon

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Meatloaf is the most underrated order in the steakhouse canon.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

It’s still going to be Professor Barrett at the chalkboard explaining the difference between a substantive canon and a rule of statutory construction.

From Slate • Feb. 20, 2026

Hindoyan said the new season lineup was inspired by his dual goals of reanimating the operatic canon and honoring L.A.’s multicultural spirit — the season features selections from the American, Italian and French repertoires.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

"Over 5 decades of work, Catherine earned her place in the canon of Canadian comedy," he wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

It was, at the time, the classic American canon, but also what Volpe felt like teaching and what he thought we would like.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove