standard
Example Sentences
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“Here, ICE and EOIR’s prior policies governing courthouse arrests and detention in holding facilities provide a standard,” the judge said.
From Los Angeles Times
The county Department of Public Health is conducting water sampling, and the closure will continue until bacterial levels meet health standards.
From Los Angeles Times
When the results were combined, the data showed that tramadol did reduce pain, but only slightly and not enough to meet standards for clinically effective relief.
From Science Daily
In their statement, they cited "a shortage of qualified personnel, ineffective oversight processes in flight operations and airworthiness, and non-compliance with international safety standards".
From Barron's
But Dallas general manager Nico Harrison deemed his cardiovascular fitness below standard and sent him packing.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
