rule of thumb — a broadly accurate guide or principle, based on experience or practice rather than theory
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a broadly accurate guide or principle, based on experience or practice rather than theory
Pronunciation (IPA): /ruːl əv θʌm/
Example Sentences
- As a rule of thumb, if your boss asks 'Can we talk?', update your resume immediately.
- A good rule of thumb is to arrive 10 minutes early for any appointment.
- My grandmother's rule of thumb: if you can't pronounce the ingredients, don't eat it.
rule of thumb
NOUN[/ruːl əv θʌm/]
a broadly accurate guide or principle, based on experience or practice rather than theory
A good rule of thumb: taste the soup before adding more salt.
Some wisdom will come from rule of thumb
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“As a rule of thumb, if your boss asks 'Can we talk?', update your resume immediately.”
“A good rule of thumb is to arrive 10 minutes early for any appointment.”
“My grandmother's rule of thumb: if you can't pronounce the ingredients, don't eat it.”
“The rule of thumb for public speaking is to practice your speech at least three times.”
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