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as in regulations
a statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity
read the rules that are posted before you use the pool
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as in governments
lawful control over the affairs of a political unit (as a nation)
the years during which Russia was under Communist rule
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as in traditions
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
one of the sacred rules of that ancient society was respect for the elderly
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as in governs
to exercise authority or power over
a sea captain who ruled his ship sternly but justly
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as in controls
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
a monarch who is known for ruling her emotions with an iron hand
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Noun
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Recognized for its flavorful conchas, multigrain breads and seasonal pastries, Gusto Bread in Long Beach was touted as a neighborhood panaderia inspired by Mexican and Indigenous traditions.—
Kendrick Marshall,
Sacramento Bee,
4 Jan. 2025 -
True to form, Beyoncé uses her platform to connect the roots of these traditions with a global audience, inviting the world to experience them anew.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Prince William is patron of the Welsh Rugby Union, which governs the game in Wales, while Princess Kate supports Rugby Football Union, its counterpart in England.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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Princess Kate, 43, is patron of the Rugby Football Union which governs the game in England, while Prince William, 42, is patron of the Welsh Rugby Union.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Gas prices have been a controversial issue and at the epicenter of political conversations regarding energy and the economy during the last two presidential administrations.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
11 Mar. 2025
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Through the turmoil of changing administrations and a global pandemic, scores of veteran prosecutors fled for private practice or judgeships, leaving large gaps in leadership.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Like other Gazans, many Christians in the enclave say their lives have long been overshadowed by a cycle of wars with Israel and an Israeli-Egyptian blockade that tightly regulates travel and commerce.—
Aaron Boxerman,
New York Times,
24 Dec. 2024
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The Federal Aviation Administration regulates drones and light shows and permitted the Holiday Drone Show at Lake Eola on Saturday.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Dec. 2024
Noun
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As the government explains, and the district court recognizes, a last-minute nationwide preliminary injunction would undermine our ability to push other countries to reform their anti-money laundering and counterterrorism regimes and to address the most fundamental gap in our own regime.—
Martin Shenkman,
Forbes,
25 Dec. 2024
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That closeness is a testament to the skills of case officers, especially considering that spies regularly engage and build rapport with individuals who pose threats to American safety—criminals, terrorists, diplomats from the world’s most odious regimes.—
Jeremy Hurewitz,
TIME,
21 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Products, like Latisse—which contains an ingredient called Prostaglandin—were specially formulated to help lashes grow long.—
Lorena Meouchi,
Vogue,
27 Dec. 2024
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But the problem, experts say, is that sewage today contains a host of chemicals, including PFAS, generated by businesses, factories and homes.—
Hiroko Tabuchi,
New York Times,
27 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The New York Times reported that the pandemic caused global supply chain issues at a time when more jurisdictions were buying trucks.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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Other jurisdictions around California are also asking the same questions to try to reduce costs to reduce affordable housing costs, McCarty said.—
Theresa Clift,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Sickle cell disease keeps Alessia inside, homeschooled by Rodriguez when she isn't being treated by her familiar team of doctors and nurses at Stony Brook Hospital on Long Island.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Often, a bit of adjusting keeps the family budget balanced but sometimes those worries can spiral out of control, resulting in lifelong emotional and material consequences, from guilt and shame to insurmountable debt.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Rules.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rules. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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