nonstandard
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A nonstandard contract under the Pentagon’s “other transaction authority” gives CoAspire more flexibility to build a missile it can make today rather than delaying production months or longer to meet rigid program requirements.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
Some have more nonstandard options like gift cards or Amazon Pay.
From Salon ● Feb. 11, 2026
Studies have consistently shown that nonstandard work schedules -- working outside the traditional nine-to-five workday -- can negatively impact physical and mental health as well as social and family life.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 3, 2024
Anyone who pursues a nonstandard creative career in America and doesn’t have generational wealth or a rich spouse will likely hold at least two jobs.
From Slate ● Jan. 3, 2024
Figure 1.8: It is rare these days to see the G and F clefs in these nonstandard positions.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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