code of ethics
noun phrase
: a set of rules about good and bad behavior
The company has its own code of ethics.
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To promote high standards of behavior and decision-making, in 1926, SPJ adopted its first code of ethics, which has since been updated several times.
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Marica Spalletta, Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 May 2026
While there’s a journalism code of ethics, sources don’t have the same ethical code to follow.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Auditors are recommending that the county tighten up its oversight of contracts; update the board’s code of ethics to not allow any direct influence on staff members’ procurement decisions; and put in place more stringent regulations for approving sole-source agreements.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
As such, both are equally bound to an elaborate code of ethics ordained by the Florida Supreme Court.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
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Marica Spalletta, Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 May 2026
While there’s a journalism code of ethics, sources don’t have the same ethical code to follow.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Auditors are recommending that the county tighten up its oversight of contracts; update the board’s code of ethics to not allow any direct influence on staff members’ procurement decisions; and put in place more stringent regulations for approving sole-source agreements.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
As such, both are equally bound to an elaborate code of ethics ordained by the Florida Supreme Court.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
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“Code of ethics.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/code%20of%20ethics. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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