golden rule

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Papperger had broken a golden rule of dealing with the U.S. government: Never announce anything related to the sharing of technology without first getting approval.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 29, 2025

Historically, the game has followed a golden rule.

From Slate • Nov. 18, 2025

"The golden rule: treat others as you'd like to be treated," Ms Windsor adds.

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2024

The golden rule of gift-giving etiquette is to avoid religion, politics and sex,” said Richie Frieman, an expert on work manners.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2024

Chumru, who had no knowledge of warfare beyond his recent experiences, was acquainted with the golden rule that the shorter the time spent as an involuntary target the less chance is there of being hit.

From The Red Year A Story of the Indian Mutiny by Tracy, Louis