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#1

05-May-2007, 08:55

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rule of thumb

What does "a good rule of thumb" mean? I think I've also read 'rule of thumb".

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05-May-2007, 10:03

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Re: rule of thumb

I think it best translates as:

"as a general rule"

For example:

"As a rule of thumb, I always go to bed early when I have to work the next day."

If you have any further questions, feel free to ask

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