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rule in

idiom
Meaning

To consider (something) as a possible option among others.


Origin

disputed origin

By analogy with rule out.

Examples
SIMPLE

We can rule in the park as a place for the party.

CONTEXTUAL

After checking the weather forecast, we decided to rule in the outdoor venue for the wedding ceremony.

COMPLEX

The committee chose to rule in several new candidates for the position, despite their lack of traditional experience in the field.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    as a rule

    In general; most often.

  2. 02

    bright-line rule

    A clear-cut rule, so that it is easy to make a decision.

  3. 03

    golden rule

    A fundamental rule or principle.

  4. 04

    ground rule

    The basic rules or standards; basic principles.

  5. 05

    rule of thumb

    A general guideline, rather than a strict rule; an approximate measure or means of reckoning based on experience or common knowledge.

  6. 06

    rule OK

    To be popularly accepted, or supported by the general majority of people.

  7. 07

    rule out

    To reject an option from a list of possibilities.

  8. 08

    rule the day

    To set the standard which guides behavior; to control a situation, group, strategy, etc.

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