policies

word · lemma: policy

/ˈpɑɫəsiz/
PAH-luh-seez
/pˈɒlɪsɪz/
PO-li-seez

Definition

Rules or plans created by governments, organizations, or companies to guide actions and decisions.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used in formal or business contexts. Commonly appears in phrases like 'company policies', 'government policies', or 'school policies'. Refers to general principles, not specific rules (those are 'rules' or 'guidelines').

Example Sentences

Our company reviews its policies every year.

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Government policies affect everyone in the country.

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Have you read the new privacy policies on their website?

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The school has strict policies about uniforms.

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Some people disagree with the city's parking policies.

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Thanks to new safety policies, accidents have dropped a lot.

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