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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a rule is a" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when defining or explaining what a rule is in a specific context.
Example: "In our organization, a rule is a guideline that helps maintain order and efficiency."
Alternatives: "a guideline is a" or "a principle is a".
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"A rule is a rule.
A rule is a rule, right?
A rule is a rule; live by it.
Hall's writing, as a rule, is a pleasure to read.
"Extension, as a rule, is a celebratory thing, whereas you flex up in defeat," Givens said.
Giselle, as a rule, is a sweet, vivacious village maiden, in love for the first time.
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Since a rule is an abstract entity, a rule by itself strictly has no consequences.
As a rule, being a judge means never having to say you're sorry.
I've found that booksellers, as a rule, are a damned ethical lot.
In IS perspective, a business rule is a statement that defines or restricts some business circumstance (Wiegers and Beatty 2013).
"A pilot that bypasses a bad rule is a bad pilot".
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com