rule of thumb
Example Sentences
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A common rule of thumb says to buy builders at one-times book value and sell at two-times.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
My rule of thumb is to add one cup of cottage cheese for every cup of sauce.
From Salon • May 24, 2026
A rule of thumb on an oil shock applies here: gas prices shoot up quickly, but come down slowly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
As a rule of thumb, parents should only invest for college after getting their retirement savings on track.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
“Maybe the flagpole could be a plan B when there isn’t the threat of storms, because avoiding tall metal poles is actually a good rule of thumb when lightning may be in the picture.”
From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers
