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rules of order

American  

noun

  1. the rules by which a legislative or deliberative assembly governs its proceedings; parliamentary law.


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There have always been those who found the place, with its pretentious airs, dilatory pacing and stultifying rules of order, a frustrating environment to work in, much less thrive.

From Los Angeles Times

"The rules of order and conduct established by the stadium were not enforced," the statement read.

From Reuters

An attorney for the town, John J. Davis, said in a statement that the court’s decision “effectively warns local officials against enforcing even modest rules of order and decorum at public meetings.”

From New York Times

Such use has to adhere to international rules of order, “So, anybody in the region that violates those, it’s concerning,” he said.

From Washington Times

“Our rules of order and decency were broken today,” he said.

From Washington Post