Rules
Britishplural noun
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short for Australian Rules
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English history the neighbourhood around certain prisons (esp the Fleet and King's Bench prison) in which trusted prisoners were allowed to live under specified restrictions
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“No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention,” the 2020 book Hastings wrote with journalist Erin Meyer, describes how he initially opposed allowing users to download films and television programs to watch later.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
She made her Broadway debut in 1974, appearing in brief productions of “Love for Love” and “The Rules of the Game.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
Rules for university admissions can vary by province; in one model used in Shanghai, a student can apply for up to 96 majors.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
Rules of engagement are typically in place to avoid unnecessary civilian casualties, abide by international law, and prevent friendly-fire incidents.
From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026
Rules and regulation and order were necessary, the residents assured each other, in order to keep their community both unified and beautiful.
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
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