tenet

Example Sentences

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"The right to protest is a core Australian value and a fundamental tenet of a democratic society," he said.

From BBC

Beijing is bent on keeping the momentum going as it grapples with the U.S. for tech dominance, making autonomy in strategic sectors a core tenet of its five-year plan for the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal

To achieve self-sufficiency, China has made advanced robotics a key tenet of its national strategy for technological and economic development.

From Los Angeles Times

One of the tenets of 12-step programs is that by being of service to other people, you are also helping yourself, in part by putting your own life in perspective.

From MarketWatch

“Religious freedom and tolerance have been a core tenet of our collective identity and shall always remain so,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal