You can trust Ruth because she always plays (it) by/goes by/does things by the rules (= follows instructions, standards, or rules). [ + to infinitive ] It's against the rules (of/in boxing) to hit …

Find 70 different ways to say RULES, along with antonyms, related words, and example sentences at Thesaurus.com.

law, rule, regulation, precept, statute, ordinance, canon mean a principle governing action or procedure. law implies imposition by a sovereign authority and the obligation of obedience on …

Synonyms for RULES: regulations, laws, codes, instructions, values, guidelines, standards, regs; Antonyms of RULES: loses, loosens, liberates, expresses, takes out, unleashes, looses, airs

1. To be in total control or command; exercise supreme authority. 2. To formulate and issue a decree or decision. 3. To prevail at a particular level or rate: Prices ruled low. 4. Slang To be …

Definition of rule noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. [countable] a statement of what may, must or must not be done in a particular situation or when playing a game. She laid …

A rule is a regulation or direction for doing some particular activity. If you have a "no shoes" rule at your house, it means everyone has to take them off at the door.

1 day ago · rule (countable and uncountable, plural rules) A regulation, law, guideline. Synonyms: see Thesaurus: rule All participants must adhere to the rules.

Rule or ruling may refer to: Debate (parliamentary procedure) for rules governing discussion on the merits of a pending question.

As long as you're living under our roof, you'll follow/obey our rules. The college has strict rules for qualifying for financial assistance. Your speech will go well as long as you follow one simple …