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tenet

[ten-it, tee-nit] / ˈtɛn ɪt, ˈti nɪt /


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“Fully informed transactions between buyers and sellers are a key tenet of a free market,” said a spokesperson for the Global Disinformation Index.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

For Christians, Easter is the most important date in the liturgical calendar, marking the resurrection of Christ - a central tenet of the faith.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The first tenet of the plan is that “we’ll pay our way to ensure our data centers don’t increase your electricity prices.”

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

But Zone Zero regulations, a key tenet of the state’s plans, have roiled homeowners.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

That’s tenet four of the B-Prep honor code, isn’t it?”

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone




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