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Finally, Domingo shares the Hawaiian phrase, Aloha ke kahi i ke kahi, as a general rule of thumb when visiting Oahu.
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Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
As a general rule, plan on eating about 1 1/2 Tbsp.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2026
As a general rule, Hamer suggests sticking with smaller ornamental trees or slow-growing species.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 5 Feb. 2026
As a general rule, the front legs of all major furniture pieces should sit on the rug.
—Natasha Bazika, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
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Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
As a general rule, plan on eating about 1 1/2 Tbsp.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2026
As a general rule, Hamer suggests sticking with smaller ornamental trees or slow-growing species.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 5 Feb. 2026
As a general rule, the front legs of all major furniture pieces should sit on the rug.
—Natasha Bazika, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for general rule
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“General rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20rule. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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