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ethos

noun

ˈē-ˌthäs

Definition of ethos

as in principles

the code of good conduct for an individual or group rigorous self-discipline was central to the ethos of the ancient Spartans

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Recent Examples of ethos The ethos of these few blocks, with all their overpriced swag and made-in-China Americana, is cheesiness. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 1 Oct. 2026 This shot diet reflected an ethos hammered by former coach Billy Donovan — shoot at the rim, shoot behind the arc or don’t shoot at all. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026 In May, the two parties unveiled the tie-up with Dini’s firm to turn The Longevity Suite’s clinical ethos into residential design. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026 The spa uses Raeso, a New Zealand botanical brand built around native plant ingredients, which aligns with the same ethos. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ethos

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Thus, although Sanjak the spy might have been portrayed as an evil agent, many readers cheered this original, unapologetic character who took control of her destiny and challenged traditional gender norms.

— Gaby Iori October 7, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026
Prospective talent wants transparency into daily workflows, team documentation and operating norms, not polished corporate marketing.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of norms

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Often, the company sets its standards based on Japan’s service protocol, counter design and product innovation.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
The worst idea is a finalized regulatory rule — rolling back fuel economy standards for automobiles that had been strengthened during the Biden administration.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of standards

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Law & Courts A failed execution in Tennessee and plans to livestream a firing squad are recharging America’s death penalty debate, raising questions about morality and justice.

— Patrik Jonsson, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Oct. 2026
The novel explores free will, fate, and morality, and was famously adapted into a classic film by Stanley Kubrick in 1971.

— Adam Harrington, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

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