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As a rule, Karen—beyond nodding her head—no longer replies to anything I say to her.

From The Wall Street Journal

He provides a blow-by-blow account of the days leading up to the ruling’s publication, including internal communications between the judges that, as a rule, are never shared with the public.

From Slate

As a rule, Murrayfield crowds don't boo.

From BBC

First of all, as a rule, Mark and I are not generally for throwing sandwiches.

From Slate

As a rule, Canadian media stay mostly away from commenting on the family life of politicians.

From BBC