standards
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Eurocentric and Western beauty standards, further reinforced by 90s diet culture, also promoted skinny as the new sexy.
From Salon • May 17, 2026
It said: "The alleged behaviour falls below the high standards expected of officers, particularly in frontline protective roles."
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Japan has been the second-largest contributor to the International Energy Agency’s emergency stock release after the U.S., making available the equivalent of roughly 70 days of Japanese consumption—an enormous drawdown by historical standards.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
The head coach responded: "I wish I was able to say what I feel at this moment, but I can't. I think standards are in a good place right now."
From BBC • May 16, 2026
It may seem small, but it’s still a victory— even by Dad’s standards.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
