golden rule
noun
1
capitalized G&R
: a rule of ethical conduct referring to Matthew 7:12 and Luke 6:31: do to others as you would have them do to you
2
: a guiding principle
Examples of golden rule in a Sentence
I try to live by the Golden Rule.
The golden rule in sales is to know your customer.
Recent Examples on the Web
And to little purpose, there being agreement among most faiths on the important morals, generally derivable from the golden rule.
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Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2024
A little smile, some self-awareness, and remembering the golden rule can go a long way.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 25 July 2024
Elf on the Shelf Rules The golden rule of Elf on the Shelf is that the kids can't touch the elf.
—Apryl Duncan, Parents, 29 July 2024
Swaney’s golden rule for roasting start-up founders is to give genuine feedback on their business — and leave their clothing or appearance out of it.
—Lisa Bonos, Washington Post, 28 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for golden rule 
Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2024
A little smile, some self-awareness, and remembering the golden rule can go a long way.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 25 July 2024
Elf on the Shelf Rules The golden rule of Elf on the Shelf is that the kids can't touch the elf.
—Apryl Duncan, Parents, 29 July 2024
Swaney’s golden rule for roasting start-up founders is to give genuine feedback on their business — and leave their clothing or appearance out of it.
—Lisa Bonos, Washington Post, 28 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for golden rule
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“Golden rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golden%20rule. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.
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