the gold standard
noun
1
: a system in which a unit of money (such as the dollar) is equal to a particular amount of gold
The United States was still on the gold standard in the early 20th century.
2
: something that is considered to be the best and that is used to judge the quality or level of other, similar things
This car is the gold standard for luxury automobiles.
the gold standard of stylish resorts
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Fencing is the gold standard for keeping out hungry deer.
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Of course, the gold standard is a forever or lifetime warranty, which ensures your mattress for life in the event of defects.
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The Fading Wisdom Of 60/40 For decades, the 60/40 portfolio – a mix of 60% equities and 40% bonds – was the gold standard for conservative investors.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
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Elizabeth Yuko, Health, 5 Nov. 2024
Fencing is the gold standard for keeping out hungry deer.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024
Of course, the gold standard is a forever or lifetime warranty, which ensures your mattress for life in the event of defects.
—Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2024
The Fading Wisdom Of 60/40 For decades, the 60/40 portfolio – a mix of 60% equities and 40% bonds – was the gold standard for conservative investors.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for the gold standard
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“The gold standard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20gold%20standard. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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