baseline

[beys-lahyn] / ˈbeɪsˌlaɪn /

NOUN

basic standard or level

Synonyms

STRONGEST

control criterion guideline measure standard

STRONG

diagnostic touchstone

WEAK

basis example exemplar paradigm precedent threshold

Example Sentences

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With the ball on the baseline, the Braves made an inbound pass to Max Ellis in the key, but the shot didn’t fall, and Santa Margarita hung on for a 57-56 victory.

From Los Angeles Times

Right before Iran's latest internet shutdown took effect on January 8, the VPN Observatory noted a 1,000-percent rise in use of Proton's VPN services over the baseline, indicating an awareness of the coming clampdown.

From Barron's

While that is a good baseline, $1 million would provide much more security, and if he leaves his job, the family would still have coverage, she says.

From The Wall Street Journal

Buyers who come in with those baselines have an easier time sniffing out bad deals.

From The Wall Street Journal

But Alcaraz found more rhythm from the baseline and outlasted the Serb fourth seed to claim his seventh major title.

From BBC