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STANDARDS
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The answer STANDARDS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
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Definition
STANDARD as a noun:
1. (standard, criterion, measure, touchstone) = a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated; "the schools comply with federal standards"; "they set the measure for all subsequent work"
2. (criterion, standard) = the ideal in terms of which something can be judged; "they live by the standards of their community"
3. a board measure = 1980 board feet
4. (standard, monetary standard) = the value behind the money in a monetary system
5. an upright pole or beam (especially one used as a support); "distance was marked by standards every mile"; "lamps supported on standards provided illumination"
6. any distinctive flag