house rule
noun
: a rule (as in a game) that applies only among a certain group or in a certain place
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These rules can vary based on the host and their house rules, so make sure to ask what the rules are at the start of the game.
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Nena Farrell, Wired News, 20 Oct. 2025
Once your puppy is home, establish house rules and routines with all family members, ensuring consistency in training and behavior expectations.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Here, Rallo shares the house rules instilled in her by her restaurateur parents, how to encourage conversation at get-togethers (hint: wine is on the menu), and tips for creating a cozy space.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
Unfortunately, his friend didn't follow the house rule.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
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Nena Farrell, Wired News, 20 Oct. 2025
Once your puppy is home, establish house rules and routines with all family members, ensuring consistency in training and behavior expectations.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Here, Rallo shares the house rules instilled in her by her restaurateur parents, how to encourage conversation at get-togethers (hint: wine is on the menu), and tips for creating a cozy space.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
Unfortunately, his friend didn't follow the house rule.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for house rule
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“House rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/house%20rule. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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