rules

Example Sentences

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“You and I will get along fine so long as you follow my rules. No lying, no stealing, no drinking, no drugs. No naughty words. No talking back and no parties. I’m not wild about teenagers.”

From Literature

“A plan. The rules they need to follow.”

From Literature

Some strangers with a bunch of rules are going to decide what happens to me and Boo?

From Literature

Rules and chore lists are staple-gunned to the walls.

From Literature

I will obey all your rules if only you’ll give me another chance.

From Literature