It is important to note in this connection that among the double stars whose orbits have been computed there seems to run a general rule-the larger the orbit the greater is its eccentricity-a relation which must hold true if tidal friction operates as above supposed, and which, being found to hold true, confirms in some degree the Criteria of stellar age which are furnished by the theory of tidal friction.
"A Text-Book of Astronomy"
George C. Comstock
We're prepared to accept them if they conform to stiff Criteria.
"Sympathetic Magic"
Paul Cameron Brown
The recognition which Socrates thus gives to Criteria of knowledge is an expression of the logical interest.
"The Approach to Philosophy"
Ralph Barton Perry