generally accepted

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Last year, the company became the first quantum company to surpass $100 million in annual revenue under generally accepted accounting principles.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

ASC 820 also permits a buyer to use a loan’s NAV as a “practical expedient” if that value was calculated in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

His Washington state license plate read 29028, the generally accepted height of Everest when he climbed it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Both companies already include stock-based compensation in their earnings as calculated under generally accepted accounting principles, or GAAP.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

Washkar, in Qosqo, had the machinery of the state at his disposal; in addition, his claim to the fringe was generally accepted.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann