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[stan-derd] / ˈstæn dərd /






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Researchers are now investigating whether SET or other proteins that suppress PP2A can be targeted safely and whether doing so improves the effectiveness of standard glioblastoma therapies.

From Science Daily Sep. 6, 2026

He reportedly recognized that there was reasonable doubt as to her responsibility for her crime, but would not apply the appropriate legal standard.

From Slate Sep. 5, 2026

Starbucks said it doesn’t cost more to add classic syrup or chai to the revised drinks, but flavors like vanilla or brown sugar go for a standard 80 cents extra.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

An independent surveyor's report for Stonebridge Homes, seen by the BBC, described the mortar work as "low standard" that would make "cracking more likely".

From BBC Sep. 4, 2026

C.C. was an owl who preferred sensible answers, and Duane’s answer was not nearly close enough to meeting her standard.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

Diesel prices in California are typically above the national average as the state faces cost pressures from higher taxes and environmental standards, Vyas said.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 4, 2026

In 2022, the Conservative government committed to establishing such a service as part of the Building Safety Act, aimed at strengthening safety and regulatory standards in light of the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

From BBC Sep. 4, 2026

Upon such a determination, the secretary and other officials are to meet with state authorities and encourage them to pass similar measures and loosen standards for killing wolves.

From Barron's Sep. 4, 2026

Tesla notified the agency that it had self-certified all the vehicles as compliant with federal safety standards and plans to gradually expand commercial deployment.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 4, 2026

Everybody understood that it was a word imported from the law courts, and with it came an established set of standards for judging the reliability of testimony.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton




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