standard
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That is the number flashing on financial news and baked into standard retirement spreadsheets.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
The United States will evaluate candidates based on "whether they meet this standard of trust and impartiality," she said, noting that Washington has its "own candidates in mind, if need be."
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
Bob Dylan’s Instagram account used to feature the type of bland, standard content you’d expect from a legacy artist: “On this date” historical posts, tour announcements, box set advertisements.
From Salon • May 12, 2026
The series begins in standard time travel fashion.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
When you have been here a little longer, Miss Fairfax, you will understand that Mr. Elton is the standard of perfection in Highbury, both in person and mind.”
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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