as in criterion
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
a legendary Broadway flop that has subsequently become the barometer by which failure in the theater is judged
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Recent Examples of barometer
In addition to gauging the strength of the market, auctions also serve as a barometer of changing taste.
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Julia Halperin, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
The Russell 2000 Index, viewed as a barometer for small companies and beneficiary of a possible boost to the economy from President-elect Donald Trump, added more than 1%.
—Samantha Subin,alex Harring, CNBC, 20 Nov. 2024
Operatives in both parties were looking at the race as a barometer for other House districts that are expected to be called much later, and a Democratic win in that seat would have signaled trouble for Republicans nationwide.
—Emily Brooks, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
The race was seen as a key pickup opportunity for Democrats in their quest to win control of the House, and one of the early barometers to watch on Tuesday.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
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Julia Halperin, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
The Russell 2000 Index, viewed as a barometer for small companies and beneficiary of a possible boost to the economy from President-elect Donald Trump, added more than 1%.
—Samantha Subin,alex Harring, CNBC, 20 Nov. 2024
Operatives in both parties were looking at the race as a barometer for other House districts that are expected to be called much later, and a Democratic win in that seat would have signaled trouble for Republicans nationwide.
—Emily Brooks, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
The race was seen as a key pickup opportunity for Democrats in their quest to win control of the House, and one of the early barometers to watch on Tuesday.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for barometer
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For example, the Academy’s admission process broadens opportunities for minorities by expanding the candidate pool early on, inviting more qualified candidates to advance while maintaining rigorous, race-neutral criteria for the final selection.Corinne Post, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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The rule, which was later struck down in court, broadened the criteria for a joint employer relationship in a way that would have made companies potentially liable for the hiring practices of subcontractors.Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 13 Dec. 2024
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Steady oversight of these significant concerns underpins company-wide accountability and ties practices in AI with corporate purpose, setting the standard for the responsible use of AI.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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On the one hand, our base income will be a lot less than the industry standard; on the other, the regular dividend is paid monthly, and specials, albeit unpredictable, can make up all of that ground (and then some).Brett Owens, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Global biopharma companies, like Johnson & Johnson, have set a benchmark by creating country-specific websites that not only reflect local healthcare regulations but also resonate with cultural contexts.Aman Gupta, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The benchmark contract, which hit an all-time intraday high of $11,925 in the previous session, is up over 180% year-to-date.Sam Meredith, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
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Get the Recipe These sorts of special holiday dishes may take more time than, say, a tray of Cool Whip Cookies, but they'll be appreciated in equal measure to your work.Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
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Officers provided life-saving measures until EMS arrived, according to police.Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Barometer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barometer. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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