as in rule
a statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity
before the debate begins, let's lay out some ground rules
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Recent Examples of ground rule
Teams should establish norms that encourage idea sharing without fear of reprisal, including ground rules like listening to understand, asking clarifying questions and refraining from interruptive or dismissive behaviors.
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Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Before heading out, Jackie lays down some strict ground rules for Heavenly, including a no-profanity policy.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Jan. 2025
In 2023, the Recording Academy laid out ground rules for how music can incorporate artificial intelligence and still be eligible for awards.
—August Brown, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Create ground rules or team expectations around what full presence looks like.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Before heading out, Jackie lays down some strict ground rules for Heavenly, including a no-profanity policy.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Jan. 2025
In 2023, the Recording Academy laid out ground rules for how music can incorporate artificial intelligence and still be eligible for awards.
—August Brown, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Create ground rules or team expectations around what full presence looks like.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ground rule
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The only issue with the price Chelsea Women was sold for was that they were bought by their parent company in a move that helped the men’s team comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR) in 2023-24.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The top attorney for a California board that enforces labor rules said Thursday that Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office may have violated state law over its handling of an order directing many public employees to work in person four days a week.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Research backs up the fact that positive self-talk can help with emotional regulation: A 2020 study found a positive relationship between self-talk and coping with the stress of having an illness.—
Caitlin Carlson,
SELF,
28 Apr. 2025
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The regulation simply extends the ban on cigarettes to include e-cigarettes, which weren’t contemplated when the law against on-board smoking was passed.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Start today and use coupon code EARLYBIRD for an introductory discount of 30% off $67 (+taxes and fees) through May 13, 2025.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
26 Apr. 2025
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However, this looks likely to change according to a recent Android Authority report that reveals two new secret subscription plans hidden within the code of the latest Google Photos app.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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The state's Senate approved the proposal, which is modeled after Arizona’s law, on April 1.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Colorado’s vehicle traction law already requires commercial vehicle drivers to use chains or other traction devices when winter conditions make roads slick.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Ground rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ground%20rule. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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