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rules and regulations

NOUN
house rule
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The rules and regulations it produces, the economic framework it creates, are like what Churchill said of democracy: the worst system except for all the others.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

“According to our rules and regulations now, he passed a criminal background check, and he’s a citizen, so …,” Robinson said.

From Salon Jun. 2, 2026

LAFD’s rules and regulations say that members shall “under no circumstances” exceed their authority in giving orders and are protected against penalties if they follow improper orders.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 23, 2026

“There’s so many rules and regulations that this trust agreement may be binding your hands to in the future,” he says.

From Barron's Feb. 28, 2026

“Question: Did you read all the rules and regulations regarding this year’s science fair exhibits?”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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