principle
noun
an accepted or professed rule of action or conduct.
principles
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pluralof principle.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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I called the Portuguese manager to explore his influences, principles and the ever-changing tactical landscape.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
The end result is just a reflection of what he cares about, his morals and principles, while avoiding the unfunny thought of a comedian’s role in society, Rajapaksa said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2026
The same principles could support smaller optical sensors capable of identifying chemicals or biological substances without requiring large, sophisticated laboratory instruments.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026
What’s needed is a balance between rival values and principles that is flexible, moderate and resistant to doctrinal purity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 11, 2026
Natural objects have, for an Aristotelian, their own internal formative principles, while artificial objects are made according to a design imposed from outside.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
