general rule

noun

: a usual way of doing things
As a general rule, they offer a deal in such cases.

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Exceptions have long been made for scenarios such as undercover work — but it has long been understood that, as a general rule, American law enforcement officers will identify themselves and show their faces. Christy Lopez Guest, Mercury News, 5 July 2025 As a general rule, never exceed the dosage listed on the product level. Yasmine S. Ali, Verywell Health, 3 July 2025 As a general rule, companies that followed legal advice not to capitulate to DEI attacks saw higher reputation scores in 2025. Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 July 2025 The general rule of thumb suggests owners follow the 3-3-3 adjustment period, which means giving a dog three days to decompress from their previous situation, three weeks to settle and adjust to a routine and three months to feel completely at home. Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for general rule

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“General rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20rule. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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