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the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
you should have exercised greater policy in your online relationships and not divulged so much personal information
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Recent Examples of policy
Federal education policy has seen a lot of changes since President Trump's inauguration.
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July 24, NPR, 24 July 2025
The poll is the most public piece of a nascent campaign to nudge Lamont, a Democrat who has described himself as seriously considering a run for a third term, either towards retirement or a move to the left on taxes, spending and housing policies.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 24 July 2025
One of those key policies is pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform, something that, historically, has garnered bipartisan support.
—Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
What is the minor policy at the Indiana State Fair?
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 24 July 2025
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July 24, NPR, 24 July 2025
The poll is the most public piece of a nascent campaign to nudge Lamont, a Democrat who has described himself as seriously considering a run for a third term, either towards retirement or a move to the left on taxes, spending and housing policies.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 24 July 2025
One of those key policies is pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform, something that, historically, has garnered bipartisan support.
—Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
What is the minor policy at the Indiana State Fair?
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for policy
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Back in March, the Crüe was forced to postpone their Las Vegas residency so Neil could undergo a vocal procedure, though no specifics were given.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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Both organizations emphasized improvements made to welfare systems and reporting procedures since 2016, when Endemol merged with Shine, and again in 2020 when Banijay acquired Endemol Shine.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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However, obstacles, chief among them the Kings’ apparent commitment to patience and prudence, abound.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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This approach balances fiscal prudence with the need for meaningful oversight.—
Dick Simpson,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
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Neither the city's Office of Public Health and Safety nor the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department agreed to requests for interviews about the situation on Leonard Street and the city's evolving strategy for managing homeless camps.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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That may be part of Williams’ strategy, because the Citi Open does not appear to be a one-off.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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People listen more attentively to the vice president than the assistant, regardless of their wisdom.—
Gamze Acar Bayraktaroglu,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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There are many great cocktail books out there, penned by incredibly talented bartenders who are more than willing to share their wisdom.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 July 2025
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Nolensville Pike, Nashville Besides being home to hundreds of adorable animals, the Nashville Zoo is actively involved in research, habitat protection, breeding programs, and education initiatives.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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With its new program Streets to Home Indy, the city aims to gradually shut down camps after moving more than 300 people living in them into housing by next June.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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These questions are helping businesses turn everyday items into brand moments and, in some cases, into movements created through commonality and a sense of community. 5.—
Douglas Gregory,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Does this album feel different from other projects after achieving that sense of liberation?—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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Temporary Protected Status, by definition, is temporary and committed to the discretion of the DHS Secretary.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 July 2025
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River exchanges are allowed to pass through this area at their discretion.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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“Policy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/policy. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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