general rule

noun

: a usual way of doing things
As a general rule, they offer a deal in such cases.

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As a general rule, bring tropical houseplants inside when overnight temperatures regularly drop into the 50s. — Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026 As a general rule, division should occur in the spring or fall when the weather is cooler to minimize stress on the plants. — The Spruce, 25 Aug. 2026 As a general rule, spot clean as needed and air out your bedding often. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2026 Children of foreign diplomats traditionally fall outside the general rule because diplomats enjoy a special jurisdictional status. — Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for general rule

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“General rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20rule. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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