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rules and regulations

NOUN
house rule
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"If we don't react now, we may soon have a problem," he added, emphasising the need for "rules and regulations that would serve as a shield protecting workers".

From Barron's Sep. 7, 2026

This hyperlocal election model results in there being numerous officials who must figure out new rules and regulations, oftentimes with pretty limited funds.

From Slate Sep. 3, 2026

“There’s a lot of etiquette, being the rules and regulations and the behavior,” Murphy said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

The U.S. lacks a set of centralized rules and regulations governing how these cars should behave, leading states and cities to figure out enforcement on their own.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

“The big giant is tied down by those little rules and regulations and procedures. And the little guy? He just runs around and does what he wants.”

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell




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