the gold standard

noun

: a system in which a unit of money (such as the dollar) is equal to a particular amount of gold

The United States was still on the gold standard in the early 20th century.

: something that is considered to be the best and that is used to judge the quality or level of other, similar things

This car is the gold standard for luxury automobiles.

the gold standard of stylish resorts

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Diversification is hailed as the gold standard of business strategy, but this conventional wisdom can be a roadblock rather than a road map. —

Mark Kane, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 Plus, taking care of habitats so species don't become endangered in the first place is the gold standard. —

Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 27 Oct. 2024 Although many swear by Toll House as the gold standard, the internet is full of ideas on how to improve the humble classic. —

Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2024 Backed by the full faith and credit of the federal government, U.S. Treasuries bonds have long been viewed as the gold standard in safe investments. —

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