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code of ethics

American  
[kohd-uhv e-thiks] / ˈkoʊd əv ˈɛ θɪks /

noun

  1. a set of guidelines, rules, or moral standards for behavior within a profession or workplace.


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“This is about the integrity of sport and code of ethics that upholds sportsmanship, fair play, integrity, respect and community,” Uhlaender said in a post on X.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

“The accounting industry’s code of ethics and our client agreements strictly prohibit BDO from discussing any aspect of our audit work for any client,” a BDO spokesman said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

Nunan, an A.I.C. member, noted that members of the organization must meet criteria yearly to be listed, and must keep up-to-date with changes to the professional code of ethics and guidelines for behavior.

From New York Times • Dec. 2, 2024

One source familiar with the discussions told The New York Times that those plans include the imposition of term limits and an enforceable code of ethics on the judges.

From Salon • Jul. 17, 2024

Another factor is the decline, to some degree, of the cons’ code of ethics.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

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