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 #### 4) `definition_of_done` (DoD)
 
-Required. Must be explicit and testable. Prefer structured "must/should/may" language:
-
-* Must: requirements that must be met for completion
-* Should: quality targets
-* May: optional stretch goals
+Required. Must be explicit and testable. 
 
 #### 5) `actors`