How to Use general rule in a Sentence
general rule
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But there's not, so here's a general rule.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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The general rule is the hole should be three times the height of the bulb.
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Jeff Lowenfels,
Anchorage Daily News,
14 Sep. 2023
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As a general rule of thumb, avoid any lubes that are flavored or dyed.
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Rachel Murray,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Feb. 2026
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As a general rule, the soil should stay evenly moist.
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Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
8 June 2026
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And as a general rule, if your rum drink is boring, just add more rum.
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Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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As a general rule, though, 37% is a good one.
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Big Think,
20 Oct. 2025
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As a general rule, bottles that are opened then chilled will last about 1 week.
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Annie Peterson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Feb. 2025
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The general rule of thumb is simple.
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David Hookstead Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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The general rule is one litter box per cat, plus one extra.
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Jessica Moore,
USA Today,
24 Feb. 2026
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But as a general rule, there aren’t many deals in the winter window.
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Michael Cox,
The Athletic,
5 Feb. 2025
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As a general rule, your interests lie in the same places where your strengths lie.
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Talia Argondezzi,
New Yorker,
3 Feb. 2026
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As a general rule, pollen counts are highest in the morning.
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Levi Keller,
The Conversation,
5 May 2026
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As a general rule, teams discount future picks by one round.
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Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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As a general rule, cook the bulbs first, then add the leaves just before serving.
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Kelly Vaughan,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Mar. 2026
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As a general rule, besides those mentioned above, here’s who to tip and how much to tip.
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Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2025
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The general rule of thumb is 1 inch of fish for every gallon.
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Joan Morris,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
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The general rule is to wash towels after three uses or once a week.
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Veronica Toney,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Aug. 2025
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So a general rule of thumb is to plan for a minimum of two years from start to finish.
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Julia Mitchem,
Architectural Digest,
4 Oct. 2024
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As a general rule, your grow lights should be on for 15 to 20 hours each day.
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Michelle Ullman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Jan. 2024
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The general rule of thumb is that time in the market beats timing the market.
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Wes Moss,
Forbes,
16 Oct. 2024
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As a general rule, make sure to wipe away any excess crumbs or bits of bread in the back and in the corners.
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Laura Denby,
Peoplemag,
2 May 2023
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As a general rule, the person who would be your boss is your audience.
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Amy Lindgren,
Twin Cities,
25 Oct. 2025
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But, as a general rule, here are the top nutrients for kids at every age.
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Rachel Meltzer Warren, M.s.,
Parents,
13 Dec. 2023
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As a general rule of thumb, aim for around a handful of ashes per square yard of garden.
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Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano,
The Spruce,
25 Jan. 2026
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As a general rule, the front legs of all major furniture pieces should sit on the rug.
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Natasha Bazika,
Martha Stewart,
4 Feb. 2026
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As a general rule, it should be cleaned a few times a year or more often if it's displayed out in the open.
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Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
18 June 2025
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As a general rule of thumb, hoodies should be washed after every four to five wears.
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Joseph Cheatham,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Nov. 2023
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As a general rule, metal is best for sticky foods, as well as searing and deglazing.
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Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
10 Dec. 2024
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As a general rule, it should be cleaned a few times a year or more often if it's displayed out in the open.
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Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
21 Dec. 2025
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As a general rule, fourth-round picks are expected to make the team out of training camp.
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Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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