as in rule
a statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity
before the debate begins, let's lay out some ground rules
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Recent Examples of ground rule
Teams should establish norms that encourage idea sharing without fear of reprisal, including ground rules like listening to understand, asking clarifying questions and refraining from interruptive or dismissive behaviors.
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Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Before heading out, Jackie lays down some strict ground rules for Heavenly, including a no-profanity policy.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Jan. 2025
In 2023, the Recording Academy laid out ground rules for how music can incorporate artificial intelligence and still be eligible for awards.
—August Brown, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Create ground rules or team expectations around what full presence looks like.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Before heading out, Jackie lays down some strict ground rules for Heavenly, including a no-profanity policy.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Jan. 2025
In 2023, the Recording Academy laid out ground rules for how music can incorporate artificial intelligence and still be eligible for awards.
—August Brown, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Create ground rules or team expectations around what full presence looks like.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ground rule
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The only issue with the price Chelsea Women was sold for was that they were bought by their parent company in a move that helped the men’s team comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR) in 2023-24.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The top attorney for a California board that enforces labor rules said Thursday that Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office may have violated state law over its handling of an order directing many public employees to work in person four days a week.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The company has raised $4.8 million from investors, including General Catalyst, to help the construction industry meet client demands, differentiate their products, and comply with ongoing regulations.—
Brianne Garrett,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Industrial capitalism, by contrast, ushered in a free-market ideology that emphasized employers’ rights and viewed government intervention—whether in wage regulation or in hiring and firing practices—with suspicion.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Even though the costumes reflect the sartorial codes of the 14th century, a majority of the pieces that Georgiadis made complement the choreography.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Register today and use coupon code EARLYBIRD for an introductory discount of 30% off $67 (+taxes and fees) through May 13, 2025.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2025
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The memo signed by Rubio also makes the case that another person, whose name is redacted, should be deportable under the same law.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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This is part of the administration's broader strategy to ensure universities comply with federal law regarding protections for Jewish students.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Ground rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ground%20rule. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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