doctrine
noun
a particular principle, position, or policy taught or advocated, as of a religion or government.
doctrines
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pluralof doctrine.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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New technologies, including drones and AI-guided autonomous systems, are rapidly transforming warfare and challenging traditional military doctrines.
From The Wall Street Journal β Jul. 7, 2026
Their military doctrines increasingly emphasize mass production of cheap drones and ballistic missiles designed to overwhelm Western stockpiles.
From The Wall Street Journal β Mar. 5, 2026
Florian Galleri, a historian specialising in contemporary military studies and nuclear doctrines, also warned that Macron would have to tread carefully, pointing to his low approval ratings one year before the end of his presidency.
From Barron's β Feb. 27, 2026
The writ of habeas corpus, as powerful as it is—and it is—has become more and more difficult to use thanks to layers of legal doctrines lately.
From Slate β Feb. 17, 2026
I read the New Testament, once quickly, then a second time more slowly, pausing to make notes, to cross-reference, and even to write short essays on doctrines like faith and sacrifice.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
