as a rule

Idioms  

1. In general, usually, as in As a rule Irene does not eat meat. [Mid-1800s]

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Example Sentences

"As a rule of thumb, we'd recommend looking for deals cheaper than the current price cap, not longer than 12 months and without significant exit fees," she said.

From BBC

As a rule, I think it’s wise to avoid any comparisons between a quarterback who won seven Super Bowls and played until 45 and a newbie who hasn’t thrown a pass in a playoff game, but…I also kind of get it?

From The Wall Street Journal

Mr Rangarajan said: "Scheduled elections should as a rule go ahead as planned, and only be postponed in exceptional circumstances."

From BBC

As a rule, Karen—beyond nodding her head—no longer replies to anything I say to her.

From The Wall Street Journal

He provides a blow-by-blow account of the days leading up to the ruling’s publication, including internal communications between the judges that, as a rule, are never shared with the public.

From Slate

Related Words

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• customarily
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• generally
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