general rule
Americannoun
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The general rule of thumb for how much one should spend on rent is 25% of your income.
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It is a general rule that people who believe in conspiracy theories cling to them like barnacles.
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The general rule of thumb around AI regulation is that before you create any new law, think about what rules are already in the book.
“The general rule is that any gift is a taxable gift,” the IRS says.
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Some economists recommend an emergency fund be one year’s worth of expenses, but the general rule of thumb is to save six to 12 months’ worth.
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