golden rule
noun
1
capitalized G&R
: a rule of ethical conduct referring to Matthew 7:12 and Luke 6:31: do to others as you would have them do to you
2
: a guiding principle
Examples of golden rule in a Sentence
I try to live by the Golden Rule.
The golden rule in sales is to know your customer.
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Finally, the golden rule: Never, ever eat straight from the pot.
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The Learning Network, New York Times, 20 May 2025
When Meyers tried to tell a joke about a burglary in Brooklyn, Ruffin was quick to point out the golden rule: Gotta see it from both sides.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
Difference Between Tricky People, Strangers, and Dangerous People Growing up, many parents were taught the golden rule: don't talk to strangers.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 31 Mar. 2025
Here are the seven golden rules that will help young marketers and business heads get global expansion right for their brands.
—Bhavesh Gupta, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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The Learning Network, New York Times, 20 May 2025
When Meyers tried to tell a joke about a burglary in Brooklyn, Ruffin was quick to point out the golden rule: Gotta see it from both sides.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
Difference Between Tricky People, Strangers, and Dangerous People Growing up, many parents were taught the golden rule: don't talk to strangers.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 31 Mar. 2025
Here are the seven golden rules that will help young marketers and business heads get global expansion right for their brands.
—Bhavesh Gupta, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for golden rule
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“Golden rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golden%20rule. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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