principle
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
The first is a principle governing all employment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
Etihad Airways, one of City's principle sponsors at the centre of the case, had previously stated that the Abu Dhabi government had not paid for its sponsorship of Manchester City.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
Mark Sanchez has reached an agreement in principle to end the civil case against him filed by a truck driver who got into a physical altercation with the former USC and NFL quarterback last fall.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
The researchers believe this principle could reveal opportunities to improve other electrochemical processes, particularly those involving the movement of both electrons and protons.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
And because nature was the embodiment of reason it was, in principle, possible to deduce how things had to be.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
![]()
The end result is just a reflection of what he cares about, his morals and principles, while avoiding the unfunny thought of a comedian’s role in society, Rajapaksa said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2026
The same principles could support smaller optical sensors capable of identifying chemicals or biological substances without requiring large, sophisticated laboratory instruments.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026
Russell Kirk and Friedrich Hayek held views that seem irreconcilable, but they both adhered more closely to fusionist principles than is commonly understood.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 11, 2026
"There will inevitably be greater scrutiny of how those same principles are applied closer to home."
From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026
Because Bliss and the others didn't accept Lister's principles of infection, they provided flawed care.
From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing principle
Some Tricky Homonyms
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 6
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade 11)
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word