as in standard
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
the gold standard for accurate experimental procedures is the double-blind medication trial
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Recent Examples of gold standard
Over the decades, the network has polished its Masters coverage into what is largely viewed as golf broadcasting's gold standard.
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Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
But it’s considered the international gold standard, often influencing safety rules around the world.
—Avi Asher-Schapiro, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Clearly, the Rockies have a mountain of work to do just to become a competitive team this season, but Schaeffer is confident that Tovar and Doyle will return to their gold standards.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 8 Mar. 2026
Individualized, tailored medical care, especially in a vulnerable population, is the new gold standard in care.
—Lauren Arikan, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2026
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Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
But it’s considered the international gold standard, often influencing safety rules around the world.
—Avi Asher-Schapiro, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Clearly, the Rockies have a mountain of work to do just to become a competitive team this season, but Schaeffer is confident that Tovar and Doyle will return to their gold standards.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 8 Mar. 2026
Individualized, tailored medical care, especially in a vulnerable population, is the new gold standard in care.
—Lauren Arikan, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gold standard
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When asked about the depth that Oklahoma City has and what his preferred level of depth for the Lakers going forward would be, Lakers coach JJ Redick said that winning – especially to Oklahoma City or San Antonio’s standards – often comes down to spots 10 through 15 on the team.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
23 May 2026
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The best way for schools, especially public schools, to do their best work for the community and their students is local control, to reduce mandates and raise standards.—
Matthew Stolle,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
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Beaches in Hawaii and Florida top the list for 2026, triumphing across criteria including clear waters and swimmability.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
23 May 2026
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Each year, Leatherman uses 50 criteria to name the top 10 beaches.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 May 2026
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Long before the founding of the RIAA, awarding gold and silver record awards for hitting sales benchmarks was already a tradition among individual record companies to publicize their own success.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
20 May 2026
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Spot prices reflect real-time market trading and serve as a benchmark for futures contracts, ETFs and retail bullion pricing.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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“Gold standard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gold%20standard. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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