tenets

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For nearly sixty years, the tenets of the treaty have been respected by all nations.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

The creative team decided early on that a wedding ceremony would perfectly encapsulate “love, joy, connection and family,” that spans across all communities — the exact tenets that the performance centered on, Cuddeford said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

Objectivity and neutrality are key tenets of analysts’ work, says Brent Taylor, an adviser with consulting firm J.S.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

By embracing the basic tenets below, you’ll make yourself a pleasure to serve—which is, I promise you, the surest route to a superior dining experience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 3, 2026

“An explanation is a great place to start, Elder. Fairness is one of our tenets, is it not?”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas