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Multi-word Results
| caliper rule |
a graduated rule with one jaw that slides and one that is fixed. |
| gag rule |
a rule or law that restricts discussion of a particular topic, as in a legislative body. |
| golden rule |
a rule of conduct that is usu. phrased "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you". |
| ground rule |
(usu. pl.) basic rules governing the behavior in a given situation, esp. as concerns the playing of a game on a particular field, course, or court. |
| home rule |
the principle or practice of self-government by the citizens of a country, state, or city, esp. as granted by a controlling authority. |
| rule of three |
the method of finding the fourth term of a mathematical proportion when three terms are given, the product of the first and fourth terms being equal to the product of the second and third. |
| rule of thumb |
a useful general principle or method based on practical experience rather than scientific proof. |
| rule out |
to decide not to include in the set of choices. |
| rule the roost |
to dominate or control one's family or associates. |
| self-rule |
self-government. |
| slide rule |
a calculation device, consisting of a ruler with a sliding middle piece, both sides and the middle piece being marked with different number scales. |
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