rule (n):measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths Related Words: r rule (n):something regarded as a normative exampleSamplesthe convention of not naming the main character.
violence is the rule not the exception.
his formula for impressing visitors Related Word: formula rule (n):a principle or condition that customarily governs behaviorSamplesit was his rule to take a walk before breakfast.
short haircuts were the regulation Related Word: regulation rule (n):(mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problemsSampleshe determined the upper bound with Descartes' rule of signs.
he gave us a general formula for attacking polynomials Related Word: formula rule (n):a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex systemSamplesthe principle of the conservation of mass.
the principle of jet propulsion.
the right-hand rule for inductive fields rule (n):a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conductSamplestheir principles of composition characterized all their works rule (n):any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious orderSamplesthe rule of St. Dominic rule (n):prescribed guide for conduct or action rule (n):directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conductedSampleshe knew the rules of chess rule (n):(linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice rule (n):dominance or power through legal authoritySamplesFrance held undisputed dominion over vast areas of Africa.
the rule of Caesar Related Words: dominion rule (n):the duration of a monarch's or government's powerSamplesduring the rule of Elizabeth rule (v):keep in checkSamplesrule one's temper Related Word: rein rule (v):decide with authoritySamplesThe King decreed that all firstborn males should be killed Related Words: decree rule (v):decide on and make a declaration aboutSamplesfind someone guilty Related Words: find rule (v):mark or draw with a rulerSamplesrule the margins rule (v):exercise authority over; as of nationsSamplesWho is governing the country now? Related Words: govern rule (v):be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importanceSamplesMoney reigns supreme here.
Hispanics predominate in this neighborhood Related Words: predominate, prevail, reign rule (v):have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac
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A still tongue makes a wise head
Someone who does not talk much, but listens to other people, probably has experience, knowledge and good judgement.
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