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rule against

VERB

override/overrule

Synonyms

WEAK

alter annul bend to one's will control countermand direct disallow disregard dominate govern ignore influence invalidate make null and void make void not heed nullify outvote outweigh overturn prevail over quash recall repeal rescind revoke ride roughshod set aside supersede sway take no account of thwart trample upset vanquish veto

Antonyms

WEAK

allow approve permit support

Example Sentences

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That was when Leeds watched Derby training seven years ago, but at that time there was no specific rule against spying on an opponent before a game.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

In private memos, he justified himself by arguing that the Court would eventually rule against the EPA anyway.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

He was cut from the basketball team after breaking a rule against skiing, but managed to cover his college expenses by working part time at a sporting-goods store.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Judges then cited these posts to refute the administration’s claims and rule against it.

From Slate • Feb. 18, 2026

There was a rule against running, and anyway, he ought to have been at vespers.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor

rule against

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