according to Hoyle »
In strict accordance with the rules, especially of card games; in the proper or expected manner.
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anything goes »
There are no rules or restrictions.
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as a rule »
In general; most often.
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as a rule »
normally
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below the belt »
Unfair; dirty; not according to the generally accepted rules.
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boys will be boys »
It is hard, often fruitless, to attempt to curb the natural playfulness and tendency to mischief of most growing boys.1922, James Joyce, Ulysses Chapter 13But just then there was a slight altercation between Master Tommy and Master Jacky. Boys will be boys and our two twins were no exception to this golden rule.Even grown men usually remain somewhat boyish in heart"Boys will be boys", grinned grandpa while he joined his adult son playing with the fancy train-set he gave his grandson for Christmas while the kid was in school.
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bright-line rule »
A clear-cut, easy to make decision.
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bright-line rule »
A clearly defined rule or standard, comprised of objective factors, which leaves little or no room for varying interpretation.
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bring back »
To reenact an old rule or law.
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bring down »
To make a legitimate rulership lose their position of power.
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bring in »
To introduce a new rule, law, or system of organisation.
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by the book »
In a manner which adheres strictly to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.
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by-the-book »
Adhering strictly to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.
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cite chapter and verse »
To provide specific references from an authoritative book, as the Bible or a book of statutes or rules, to support a statement.
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comply with »
To abide by a set of rules.
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