as in rule
something (such as a belief or value) that helps a person know what is right and wrong and that influences their actions
He refused to participate on principle. It is against her principles to steal.
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Recent Examples of principle
These books and more have received high praise from many church leaders, who recognize Dr. Joseph’s ability to translate deep biblical principles into practical guidance for everyday believers.
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Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 11 Apr. 2025
The same principles can apply to autoimmune conditions, digestive issues and other chronic symptoms.
—Jessica Dulong, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2025
The 12-step program is based on Biblical principles.
—Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
In the exploration phase, deep knowledge allows for meaningful manipulation and novel combinations of knowledge based on the fundamental rules and principles within a field of expertise to produce creative solutions.
—Ming-Chien Chyu, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 11 Apr. 2025
The same principles can apply to autoimmune conditions, digestive issues and other chronic symptoms.
—Jessica Dulong, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2025
The 12-step program is based on Biblical principles.
—Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
In the exploration phase, deep knowledge allows for meaningful manipulation and novel combinations of knowledge based on the fundamental rules and principles within a field of expertise to produce creative solutions.
—Ming-Chien Chyu, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for principle
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The only issue with the price Chelsea Women was sold for was that they were bought by their parent company in a move that helped the men’s team comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR) in 2023-24.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The top attorney for a California board that enforces labor rules said Thursday that Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office may have violated state law over its handling of an order directing many public employees to work in person four days a week.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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And even with personnel changes, the standard doesn’t drop.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2025
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Public Safety Enhancements: Expanding public safety resources and facilities to maintain safety standards as the population grows.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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The state's Senate approved the proposal, which is modeled after Arizona’s law, on April 1.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Colorado’s vehicle traction law already requires commercial vehicle drivers to use chains or other traction devices when winter conditions make roads slick.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2025
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Wier initially didn’t receive credit for her connection series in the routine, lowering the start value.—
Henry Chappell,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2025
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Castellanos, in previous years, might not have seen the bigger value in that.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Principle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/principle. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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