| 单词 | rule of thumb |
| 例句 | Is there a simple rule of thumb that distinguishes a group with real social authority from a group with little power at all? The Tipping Point 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z “Maybe the flagpole could be a plan B when there isn’t the threat of storms, because avoiding tall metal poles is actually a good rule of thumb when lightning may be in the picture.” A Bird Will Soar 2021-10-19T00:00:00Z “Over the years military planners have arrived at a rule of thumb which dictates that functional fighting units cannot be substantially larger than 200 men,” Dunbar writes. The Tipping Point 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Restricting the computers from joining the editorial meetings wasn’t a rule: it was a rule of thumb. Hidden Figures 2016-09-06T00:00:00Z A useful rule of thumb in this regard is to forget the adults and pay attention to the behavior of the children. Circumference 2008-11-25T00:00:00Z A good rule of thumb when you drink with a subject is that you keep yourself twice as sober as he is. Native Speaker 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z This looks to us like a principle, maxim, or rule of thumb, not a law, because it lacks specificity. The Invention of Science 2015-09-17T00:00:00Z Instead they often rely on quick, flawed rules of thumb to guide their decisions. Poor and benighted 2014-04-24T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb for serving shrimp is 1/2 pound per person, but said rule really doesn't apply here. This genius shrimp and spaghetti is the perfect spring dinner 2022-04-09T04:00:00Z In the future, a good rule of thumb might be: If you’re not old enough to have consensual sex, you’re probably not old enough to make consequential political statements. I was a right-wing child star 2012-07-08T12:00:00Z If there is a rule of thumb in the commissioning of modern visual content, it is this: two legs bad, four wheels good. Wheel life: the strange power of films set inside cars 2018-08-23T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb in life is to think, "What would Deirdre Barlow do?" then act utterly to the contrary. My Street life 2010-12-03T07:00:00Z My rule of thumb: Any time you’re putting up a substantive amount of money in nonrefundable expenses, you need to take insurance. Is trip insurance really worth it? 2018-01-11T05:00:00Z Because moviemaking relies on personal judgment calls, studios try to reduce risk by adhering to rules of thumb. Not Even ‘Star Wars’ Can Save This Year’s Box Office 2019-12-22T05:00:00Z So the rule of thumb, particularly for passengers traveling internationally, is to do your own research, as I learned. The ins and outs of being medically ‘fit to fly’ So keeping Jesus out is another rule of thumb. Bob Stanley's guide to writing the perfect Christmas hit 2010-12-16T22:15:01Z For writers, the rule of thumb is that if a sentence or two is taken from a novel no harm is done. Danish designer finds inspiration in Ashanti empire 2013-05-20T16:10:00Z As a rule of thumb, any mini break that ends with both of you being interviewed by police over allegations of attempted murder can not be chalked up as "a success". Grace Dent's world of lather 2010-06-25T23:10:00Z For slicing meat, a good rule of thumb is the thinner the blade, the better. How to carve a turkey, according to knife experts 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z I kept one rule of thumb in mind the whole time, which is what really saved me. 5 ways to not only survive a family cruise, but make it the best vacation ever 2017-01-19T05:00:00Z Tye diagnoses Superman’s “lingering heartsickness” as “survivor’s guilt” and adds, “A last rule of thumb: When a name ends in ‘man,’ the bearer is Jewish, a superhero or both.” ‘Superman,’ by Larry Tye 2012-07-06T22:10:04Z As a general rule of thumb, less is always more when it comes to makeup in the warmer months. Get the Look: Emily Ratajkowski's gorgeous glow 2019-07-26T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb is the higher the street number, the smaller the crowd, so pick your location based on your crowd tolerance. Weekend Miser 2011-06-23T23:23:51Z Aioli and anchovies seem to be good rules of thumb. You’re getting it all wrong about tapas — starting with the meaning of the word 2016-06-06T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, if he doesn’t get the answer he’s looking for, his maxim is “Hang up; call back.” 8 Ways to Make Your Flight Better 2018-09-05T04:00:00Z Shakespeare is a good rule of thumb in this respect. The lying art of historical fiction 2010-08-06T15:44:00Z “The rule of thumb is that the unit you rented is still on rent and is your responsibility until the office opens and the car is inspected,” she says. Customers can be liable when rental-car returns go wrong 2014-12-11T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb for air-drying is to allow one year per inch of the wood’s thickness, with half of the moisture leaving on each side of the plank. How to turn a felled tree into furniture The rule of thumb is 30 minutes of physical activity five days a week. Global Athlete: Hitting the Road to Get to Work, and Back 2011-10-07T15:39:07Z This rule of thumb applies to just about any attempt at persuasion. 5 Proven Ways to Win People Over 2014-09-03T04:00:00Z A rough rule of thumb is it shouldn't cost more than one-third of your total household disposable income. How to save $50 off your food bill and still eat tasty, nutritious meals 2022-09-02T04:00:00Z "A good rule of thumb is to wash once for each cup of rice you are using," Luber and Cohen say. How to make the stickiest sushi rice 2022-02-01T05:00:00Z How often you change it depends on your road and weather conditions, but the general rule of thumb is every 10,000 to 12,500 miles. 17 Simple Ways to Save Money Around the House 2015-10-06T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, mac and cheese can be made partially in advance, which will save time if you're trying to make a batch for a weeknight dinner. 15 ultra creamy macaroni and cheese recipes 2021-12-12T05:00:00Z That's kind of the rule of thumb: Is it good enough? Swift joins list of celebs to launch fragrance 2011-10-13T23:04:17Z It’s a general rule of thumb that a grown man doesn’t get a lot of support for knocking out a 10-year-old child’s teeth. “Moonrise Kingdom”: Wes Anderson’s mid-’60s love story 2012-05-23T19:55:00Z “A good rule of thumb: If you’d find it useful in an emergency, you’ll be able to find someone who will trade for it in an emergency.” How to Survive the Apocalypse 2017-09-23T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb is usually this sort of gentle teasing out — like with raw wool for spinning — of the overall function of a character into the finest detail of shape and sound. In the Company of Wes Anderson 2021-10-22T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb for people in the field of violence is that children should be shielded from this as long as possible.” Parents lie to their kids. What’s the line between okay and damaging? 2015-12-08T05:00:00Z “The general rule of thumb I apply to conflicts of interest is, if you can’t eliminate them, you need to manage them by disclosing the conflict,” she said. How Marco Rubio helped his ex-con relative get a real estate license 2015-12-30T05:00:00Z This is the same rule of thumb for most baked goods, too. How to store homemade fudge all holiday season long 2021-12-23T05:00:00Z Though most dry goods last a while, the best rule of thumb is, as with produce or meat or leftovers, to use whichever items you bought first entirely before bringing in a fresh batch. How to store bulk bin essentials so you're ready for any recipe 2021-03-01T05:00:00Z My old rule of thumb used to be that when I wanted to roast a big hunk of meat, I’d reach for my roasting pan to get the job done. A Different Kind of Sheet Pan Supper 2018-12-14T05:00:00Z One layer deep is a good rule of thumb. How to make fruits and veggies last 2015-06-30T04:00:00Z A rule of thumb: “Rather than “I need you to do this,” say hi, use the person’s name, be a human,” says Taylor. 5 Ways to Make the Most of a Slow Week at Work 2015-01-15T05:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, the newer the art is, the more of it you’ll find in Miami. Seattleites look for success at Miami art fairs 2012-12-13T00:44:35Z For slicing meat, and especially roast turkey, a good rule of thumb is the thinner the blade, the better. How to carve a turkey, according to knife experts 2021-07-26T04:00:00Z It's a good rule of thumb to incorporate as many green foods as possible given the boost they deliver. How to build a better noodle soup, one bowl at a time 2021-02-10T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb is approximately one tablespoon of detergent for each regular load. Love your silky white sheets? Here’s how to make them last. 2018-09-18T04:00:00Z But we have a rule of thumb — we don’t talk about it once we are shooting. The Carpetbagger: The Dardennes Have an Idea About the Selection Process 2012-01-11T16:46:34Z "A good rule of thumb is to compare it a signed contract," she said. Elvis Presley, The Beatles top list of most-forged autographs 2012-12-28T01:41:13Z Consider this a general rule of thumb, but tweak it based on the cuts of chicken and grilling equipment that you're working with: How to grill the juiciest-ever chicken 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb in the Puget Sound area is to work in 5 to 10 pounds of lime per 100 square feet of soil. Q&A: Lime for the veggie garden; time for gratitude 2015-01-22T05:00:00Z The first rule of thumb is to never show up for dinner famished. How small changes in your diet can result in really big health payoffs 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, always consult your owner's manual to ensure proper care and never, ever get the cord wet. How to clean every single crevice in a waffle iron 2022-05-15T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb for us as guests would be to thank the hostess profusely, compliment the food and decor, and keep what we chose not to eat to ourselves. A Thanksgiving Casserole for Everyone at the Table 2017-11-10T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb is that a student, or anyone under the age of 26, should not be paying full price for a ticket. Q&A With the Let's Go Guides' Executive Editor 2010-05-19T03:00:00Z A general rule of thumb is to choose a blanket roughly 10 percent of your ideal body weight, recommends Laura LeMond, owner of Mosaic Weighted Blankets. Weighted blankets might ease insomnia and anxiety. Here’s what to know before buying one. 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, there's about a ten degrees difference between each steak temperature. How to cook filet mignon to absolute perfection 2022-02-19T05:00:00Z In terms of scale, a good rule of thumb is to match the size of the sofa pit to the area that would be collectively consumed by a regular sofa, coffee table and easy chairs. Advice for Renovating Your Home 2019-03-07T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb regarding fur vests is to ask oneself, "Am I Donovan?" Madonna's assets still shock 2011-02-28T21:20:00Z The rule of thumb for comprehending Jim O’Rourke as a creator of pop songs is to savor the exquisite details without getting hung up on a particular outcome. ‘Simple Songs’ by Jim O’Rourke Gives and Taunts in Equal Measure 2015-05-18T04:00:00Z As frustrations with Hollywood’s lack of diversity become more apparent around the world, the old rule of thumb for big Hollywood blockbusters — to offend as few moviegoers as possible — may be increasingly difficult to follow. Pander or Diversify? Hollywood Courts China With ‘The Great Wall’ 2017-01-19T05:00:00Z “There’s a basic rule of thumb,” she said, “that the more a culture oppresses women, or oppresses anyone, the more culturally preoccupied they are with that.” Tracing the roots of misogyny to ancient Greece and Rome with Mary Beard 2017-12-28T05:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, adds Russell, ceiling-mounted lights should be placed so that the light beam hits the center of the artwork when the fixture is adjusted to a 30-degree angle. Five Tips for Lighting Art 2015-02-23T05:00:00Z As you're dealing with your teens, one rules of thumb that works pretty well is to ask, would I do this for someone else's kid? Parenting a teen is as intense as a baby, but very different. Why don't we talk about it more? 2019-09-02T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb when trying to book affordable airfare is that the earlier, the better. ‘Price Gouging’ and Hurricane Irma: What Happened and What to Do 2017-09-17T04:00:00Z The commonly cited rule of thumb is "as long as nobody gets hurt", but even that is confusing when it comes to sex. 50 Shades of Grey matter: the psychology of sexual arousal 2012-08-08T12:01:00Z Follow the same rule of thumb for nail techs—you may even want to leave more if your manicure includes complex nail art. How to tip in 2023, according to experts and industry pros 2023-02-26T05:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, shave off two minutes of the box cook time for al dente pasta. How to make macaroni and cheese without a recipe 2021-12-11T05:00:00Z The general rule of thumb is that 2 to 3 tablespoons of aquafaba is the equivalent of a single egg. 8 best substitutes for brownies if you're out of eggs (or not using them) 2022-04-11T04:00:00Z So I don’t know if there’s a rule of thumb.” ‘Make me dance. I want to dance.’ At 74, the ‘Chorus Line’ star steps into ‘The Pajama Game.’ 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z The abiding rule of thumb when it comes to the gross people of the world is to just ignore them. Dudebros yelling at the camera: Your “F her in the P” heckling days are over 2015-05-12T04:00:00Z A widely accepted rule of thumb is that you want at least 3 square feet of space inside your coop for every chicken, as well as 10 inches of perching space per bird. 10 chicken coop ideas for your feathered friends 2021-06-04T04:00:00Z Orwell's six famous rules for clear writing, he argued, should be rules of thumb for every coder in the land. SXSW 2011: Programming and minimalism: Lessons from Orwell and The Clash ? review 2011-03-11T22:26:16Z So if anybody’s genuinely curious about who you are, a good rule of thumb is to reply by naming the things you love. The indirect director 2012-12-06T01:00:00Z As a general rule of thumb, treat lemon balm as you would any other fresh herb. The best ways to use lemon balm at home 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z One good rule of thumb, Kennedy says, is to use only one of each — copper, platinum, etc. — “depending on the size and scale of the pieces,” she says. Modern metallics for a polished space 2015-03-31T04:00:00Z Here are 10 rules of thumb to close the gap and start enjoying the breakfast you deserve: 10 tips for the best scrambled eggs of your life 2023-02-18T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb is to default to the way people describe their own gender identity. Civilities: Do I introduce my child as my transgender son or daughter? It's actually doing better in the UK than the US, going by the accepted rule of thumb. Die Hard 5 elbows Wreck-It Ralph out 2013-02-20T09:00:03Z There isn’t a rule of thumb for how that plays out — being tied into the Avengers story line didn’t hurt “Loki,” while being apart from it didn’t help “Moon Knight.” ‘Secret Invasion’ Review: Marvel Welcomes Back Samuel L. Jackson 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z As a rough rule of thumb, with a documentary made on location, you have to think in the order of 10 days actual filming for 60 minutes of finished broadcast. Mary Beard: So much for TV dumbing down 2013-07-13T08:01:02Z For sizing, Benton says that a good rule of thumb for lights flanking a front door is that they should each be a quarter of the size of the door. Expert picks for outdoor lighting I find a general rule of thumb: Beer should be consumed as fresh as possible. To Pair With That Thanksgiving Bird, Consider Beer 2017-11-03T04:00:00Z There's an authors' rule of thumb that warns against writing about time travel because of the insurmountable inconsistencies it rapidly throws up. WARP, Book One: The Reluctant Assassin by Eoin Colfer – review 2013-04-27T09:00:01Z “I’m not saying you have to give a lecture. The rule of thumb is to acknowledge reality. We all have a moral duty to do what we can.” The weather used to be good for small talk. Now it’s dead serious. 2022-09-03T04:00:00Z “A good rule of thumb is if it’s this fun to work on, it’s probably this fun to read.” Steven Van Zandt explores his fascinating and unlikely life 2021-09-28T04:00:00Z According to Barton, the general rule of thumb for sailboats is they’ll go about two thirds of the wind speed if piloted properly. Long for a quick-hit cruise? Day-sail out of Annapolis on a 74-foot schooner. 2015-09-10T04:00:00Z My current rule of thumb, when confronted with an enhanced face, is that if I find myself vaguely wondering whether there was work, the alteration was well done. Mirror: The Case for Laugh Lines 2011-05-26T22:16:54Z There’s a great rule of thumb on the subject, known as the Barney Frank Rule. Why Ted Cruz’s sex life matters: The GOP’s toxic “family values” charade deserves continued scrutiny 2016-03-29T04:00:00Z “The rule of thumb for something like this is simple: It’s not just about those you invite, it’s about those you don’t invite,” Mr. Carter wrote of his party in 2005. The Oscars, New York-Style 2011-02-27T06:02:00Z As a rule of thumb, he says, function takes priority over form. A guide to feng shui in the kitchen, courtesy of TikTok’s favorite architect 2022-04-26T04:00:00Z What’s the rule of thumb for eating and drinking on the road? Advice from a travel doctor: Plan ahead, pack your own utensils and don’t get drunk 2017-05-24T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb for startups is you’re always supposed to have a minimum of three months’ operating capital in the bank. The early Serious Eats struggle days: Hemorrhaging money, "we were a soufflé ready to fall" 2019-07-07T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb: Don't order anything that looks like it's been sitting in the steamer or counter too long. Dim Sum King: inexpensive takeout in Chinatown I.D. 2012-02-23T21:36:40Z As a good rule of thumb, live below your means — not at or beyond. 9 Money Mistakes to Avoid Making in Your 20s 2015-11-11T05:00:00Z Here’s a good rule of thumb to remember: White wines get darker as they age, while red wines get lighter. Look before you sip: A wine’s appearance offers taste, flavor clues 2020-05-15T04:00:00Z FRED "Which is not a very long way from the rule of thumb." Harold Pinter's Moonlight at the Donmar 2011-04-01T10:54:25Z Communication is as much about listening as it is about talking, and that’s a good rule of thumb to apply to any difficult conversation, but especially ones that arise from crisis. How to Talk to Your Friends About Money 2020-07-25T04:00:00Z “My rule of thumb on platform speaking is about 20 minutes,” he explained. Perspective | Listen in as Dan Rather anchors the story of his own highly theatrical life 2020-08-05T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, think births, marriages and deaths: the sort of life-upending events that disrupt the fabric of your favourite TV shows and movies. Are you a Game of Thrones blabbermouth? The 10 rules of spoiler etiquette 2016-03-19T04:00:00Z “Congrats! You’ve had the baby … now what?” fitness magazines ask, before suggesting “the general rule of thumb is to head back to the gym six weeks after birth”. Should women really be rushing back to work after giving birth? 2015-07-11T04:00:00Z As a general rule of thumb, Dr. Haritos Tsamitis wrote, “behave as though you are physically in the office even when working from home.” Digital Hygiene in the Zoom Era 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z If you know its name without asking its owner, goes the rule of thumb, it’s a known dog and the post will be removed. Dogged enforcers: the well trained social media world of Dogspotting 2016-01-03T05:00:00Z The general rule of thumb is to leave 20% for your hairdresser, whether you're having a trim, highlights, or anything in between. How to tip in 2023, according to experts and industry pros 2023-02-26T05:00:00Z The first rule of thumb for those who want free or easy courts is to forget about the Central Park Tennis Center. Tennis in New York Is Knowing Where to Look 2010-08-05T22:30:00Z A good rule of thumb: Never get into a hot tub with total strangers. Debate Society's ‘Jacuzzi,' With Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen 2014-10-13T04:00:00Z In other rules of thumb, the TikTok sensation insisted that his toes were more typical. Man becomes TikTok star for unusually long thumb 2020-07-22T04:00:00Z Another teacher, Lisa Rathert, added: My rule of thumb is to choose literature that I love and am excited about when I can, and attempt to teach required texts thematically, or in context. Can you identify? 2012-05-17T00:00:00Z But as a rule of thumb: "The shorter the contact time with water, the finer the grounds should be. For longer contact time with water, you'll want coarser grounds," explains Wong. How to make coffee every which way — from classic drip to pour over 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, Food52's recipes are tested with Diamond Crystal, unless one says otherwise. What's the difference between Morton's and Diamond Crystal kosher salt? 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z A rule of thumb in modern moviemaking says that the first step in creating dramatic tension is to take away every character’s cellphone, so they get lost and can’t call for help. Six U.S. soldiers go AWOL in Baghdad to honor a fallen brother 2017-08-10T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, use vanilla sugar or salt in place of the regular version in any recipe. 6 ways to repurpose leftover vanilla bean pods from Dorie Greenspan 2022-04-19T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb is to always start sharpening your knife on the coarse side and then moving to the refined side to finish. The very best way to sharpen your knives 2022-06-25T04:00:00Z He recently added that "the action movie genre tends as a rule of thumb to reaffirm the established order". Angelina Jolie's Cleopatra will show Egypt's queen as more than a sex kitten 2011-01-09T00:06:49Z A good rule of thumb is the closer the relationship and the smaller the gathering, the more appropriate it is to bring up food preferences that aren’t allergies or otherwise essential. Raw, vegan, gluten-free? Dinner party etiquette for hosts and guests. 2016-11-18T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb seemed to be: Your hair should resemble your Jell-O mold. | The Real Housewives of NASA Astronauts 2013-07-10T18:00:07Z There are a few easy rules of thumb. How to take gift wrapping up a notch without going full Martha Stewart 2015-12-01T05:00:00Z But there’s no rule of thumb as to which those are. Restoring ‘The Godfather’ to Its Original (Still Dark) Glory 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z By rule of thumb, based on the US figure, you would expect a UK opening around £5m for Taken 2, but it's doing better than that. Taken 2 takes UK box office by storm – and surprise 2012-10-09T13:52:27Z Hobbs quoted an industry rule of thumb that the price of a bottle of wine should be the price of a ton of grapes divided by 100. I love a good Napa Valley cabernet. If only I could afford it. 2019-02-22T05:00:00Z Know your intended recipient A good rule of thumb is to never bring a white to a red drinker, or vice versa, but there’s more to knowing your audience than that. Christmas wine gift guide: six rules for choosing the perfect bottle 2015-12-23T05:00:00Z If there isn't one labeled, a good rule of thumb is two years for whole spices and one year for ground spices from the date of purchase. A simple guide to buying and storing spices like a professional chef 2021-06-25T04:00:00Z “A good rule of thumb might be to restrict yourself only to what you can see.” Analysis | After a CNN interviewee erupts in anger, disaster reporting standards come into focus 2017-08-30T04:00:00Z Tell us your own rules of thumb for good writing. Gove's golden rules for writing: can you do better? 2013-07-01T14:30:59Z One rule of thumb subscribed to by longtime Academy watchers is that the directors branch is an exclusive and self-protective club slow to welcome new members. 2010-01-13T05:02:00Z According to the USDA, the rule of thumb is 6 minutes per pound when thawing a turkey in the microwave. How — and when — to defrost your turkey 2021-11-21T05:00:00Z One generally accepted rule of thumb is that they are a minimum of 25 acres in size. Twilight of the Glaciers 2011-07-29T19:50:35Z The training I would say is vital and ongoing, it doesn't stop, I'm still always learning” I think they're good rules of thumb to live by. Top 10 tips for being a weather presenter 2014-11-29T05:00:00Z Nonetheless, it revealed a few rules of thumb: Where to Print Those Vacation Photos 2014-09-03T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, frittatas are good for about three to four days in the refrigerator. The best brunch ever? An easy smashed potato and ramp frittata 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z What constitutes a significant delay is determined by the airline, but Keyes said that two hours is usually a good rule of thumb. Your Flight Has Been Canceled or Delayed. What Should You Do? 2021-12-27T05:00:00Z My rule of thumb is to check for doneness a minute before the suggested cooking time on the package; noodles should be cooked al dente. A Simple Recipe for Pasta With Mussels 2015-03-24T04:00:00Z If anyone is worried that she might be bringing or saying the wrong thing, a good rule of thumb is just to add more wine. Not-to-Be-Missed Shouts of 2018 2018-12-23T05:00:00Z When it comes to a president’s young son or daughter the expectations are clearer: The best rule of thumb is to say nothing at all — or risk the consequences. Being a child actor has always been tough. Social media makes it so much worse. 2018-01-10T05:00:00Z If you are searching for a cost-effective spring break, there are two rules of thumb. Spring Break: Where to Get the Biggest Bang for Your Buck 2020-02-25T05:00:00Z "With a spinal injury, the rule of thumb is it takes about two years to have some idea how the fullness of the recovery is," Levine said. Met cuts ticket prices following box office slump 2013-02-26T22:04:08Z This rule of thumb works pretty well most of the time, but it can lead to big mistakes when frequency and ease of recall diverge. The Two Friends Who Changed How We Think About How We Think 2016-12-07T05:00:00Z Typically the rule of thumb is five or less, but it is what it is. World Chefs: Pizza master tosses pie-making secrets in new book 2014-12-16T05:00:00Z First, cut a length of aluminum foil about the size pictured here — or, the width of your grill is a good rule of thumb. The absolute easiest trick to cleaning your grill 2021-07-19T04:00:00Z Here's my rule of thumb: Use flour as needed to keep your dough from sticking to your work surface, hands, or rolling pin. A baker's 7 secrets for better dinner rolls 2021-10-02T04:00:00Z It's a good rule of thumb to forgo freshly caught fish in local waters, and rather opt for fish sold by a trusted seafood vendor. So, you’re pregnant — here’s what’s safe to eat and drink 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb is that if the animal is reacting to you, you’re too close. As summer in Antarctica nears, scientists train to endure punishing conditions 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z “He called and didn’t text, which is a big rule of thumb for me,” Alex say. ‘It just kind of happened naturally’ A rule of thumb: If you like a particular producer’s reds or whites, you are quite likely to enjoy the rosés, too. American Rosés Without Clichés 2018-07-05T04:00:00Z “A good rule of thumb is to always have a mask in your back pocket in case it’s needed.” Tips for staying safe on the slopes this winter 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z Kepnes’s rule of thumb is to avoid businesses within five blocks of a city’s touristy areas. Nine budget strategies for your next vacation 2018-08-01T04:00:00Z According to a rule of thumb widely used by housing experts that housing costs should represent a third of income to be considered affordable, their family income would need to be around £100,000. Boris Johnson to approve ‘affordable’ London flats for rent at up to £2,800 2014-10-02T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb in road films: The larger the vehicle, the greater the focus on what goes on inside it. What road movies tell us about travel — and ourselves 2017-03-02T05:00:00Z A rule of thumb for recovering from jet lag is that for each hour between time zones, your body needs a day to adjust. While you were sleeping, someone was baking 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z As a rule of thumb I offer, well, I insist on paying the bill. Paying while dating: meet the men who pick up the check (and those who don't) 2015-08-27T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, out-of-season fruits and veggies will tend to cost more. Thanksgiving's more expensive than ever — now what? 2021-11-10T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb is eight to twelve inches of roosting space per bird in the coop and ideally ten square feet of outdoor space per bird. Things to keep in mind if you want to get backyard hens for eggs 2022-11-26T05:00:00Z “In most seasons the rule of thumb is that the show that has the widest charm would sell best to groups,” said Stephanie Lee, president of Group Sales Box Office. Theater Ticket Agencies Are Flexing More Broadway Muscle This Season 2011-04-18T14:26:01Z It’s an imperfect rule of thumb that musicals lift up and dramas drill down. Review: In ‘Stereophonic,’ the Rock Revolution Will Be Recorded 2023-10-29T04:00:00Z A general rule of thumb is to choose a blanket with the weight closest to 10 percent of your body weight. An expert weighs in on 6 products that promise a better night’s sleep 2019-12-09T05:00:00Z “As a general rule of thumb, about one-third of what you’re paying for are the materials, and the other two-thirds are for the skills of the remodeler and their time,” Webb says. 7 questions to ask yourself before taking on a DIY home project 2018-01-01T05:00:00Z “When in doubt, order the fries. That’s a good rule of thumb.” Former Miss America Kate Shindle Revisits Favorite Haunts 2014-08-28T04:00:00Z “It’s quite a good rule of thumb to steer clear of the businesses that are pugnacious.” How to spot fake reviews on travel sites 2020-10-29T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb is never arrive empty-handed, said Myka Meier, a founder of the Plaza Hotel Finishing Program in New York, which provides etiquette courses. Tips for Meeting the Parents 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z “A general rule of thumb would be no combustibles within three feet of the heater, but it’s also really crucial to look at the manufacturer’s instructions.” Great space heaters for your buck 2012-11-18T17:00:00Z I think one Marx reference is a good rule of thumb. ArtsBeat: Talking ‘Mad Men’: Was This the Worst Episode Yet? 2013-04-29T15:52:37Z But for those looking to have a few anyway, a good rule of thumb is to drink a glass of water between every alcoholic beverage, as Fox News has previously reported. Super Bowl 2022 hangover: How to manage it on Monday 2022-02-14T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to order mushrooms or anything red, which indicates a healthy portion of pickled peppers, the provincial specialty. Heads Up: Provincial Eating in Beijing 2011-06-24T18:55:00Z We are where we are, and where we are is a world in which, as a general rule of thumb, the pinker and smaller the apple, the better it tastes. How to eat: apples 2015-09-25T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, expect that Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley and Napa Valley in California, and Burgundy in France will be aged in oak barrels. The chardonnay that will convince chardonnay haters 2022-02-10T05:00:00Z But if a great value is what you’re after, a good rule of thumb is to look for cars with the best history of reliability and the lowest overall cost of ownership. The Best Bet Cars For The Buck 2011-09-06T20:41:11Z When sales are measured by “track equivalent albums,” which factors in single-track downloads — the rule of thumb is 10 songs to an album — the number is 221.5 million, up 3.6 percent. ArtsBeat: Digital Music Leads Boost in Record Sales 2011-07-06T20:51:07Z It's a rule of thumb among people who clench their teeth at the words "popular drama" that no good can come of switching on a TV at 8pm on a Sunday. Rewind TV: Call the Midwife; Louie; Howard Goodall's Story of Music – review 2013-01-26T22:45:01Z It’s an especially electric way to shop, and a rule of thumb that will serve you well, both in New York and in places far from it. How to Shop for Souvenirs Like a Local 2014-10-28T04:00:00Z A safe rule of thumb: if you think you might need it, you won’t. Five Things to Leave at Home on Your Next Trip 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z Oprea’s rule of thumb is to “eat clean 90 percent of the time” and to allow her clients cheat meals rather than entire cheat days. No time to exercise while traveling? How these country stars stay fit on the road. 2016-06-27T04:00:00Z A simple rule of thumb is that a larger roller size gives you loose volume while smaller ones yield tight, retro curls. How Rollers Became 2021’s Most Unexpected Hair Tool 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z One Connecticut mother in Fairfield County sent her October-born son to kindergarten at 4, despite “the informal rule of thumb that everyone holds back their September to December boys.” Cultural Studies: The Littlest Redshirts: Postponing Kindergarten 2010-08-20T18:22:00Z It is not a bad rule of thumb that the more a conductor smiles at the orchestra during a performance, the less there is to enjoy in the music-making. Prom 12: BBC Philharmonic/Vassily Sinaisky 2010-07-26T21:15:00Z A general rule of thumb is to clean your unit at least once a week. A portable humidifier can help with allergies, dry skin and more. Here’s what to look for. 2021-09-06T04:00:00Z One general rule of thumb for summer travel is to book flights departing before 3 p.m., Delays and Cancellations: Know Your Rights 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z The OED is conservative: a rule of thumb is to wait until a word has hung on for at least ten years. Lexicography unbound 2016-10-27T04:00:00Z In general, this is a good rule of thumb: If something takes 20 minutes or less to cook conventionally on the stove, use the stove. Why Do Cooks Love the Instant Pot? I Bought One to Find Out 2017-01-31T05:00:00Z For a quick rule of thumb, Lambertini refers to the core four practices for food safety: clean, separate, cook, and chill. What to do when you see mold on your food 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z “My rule of thumb, 99% of the time, is to do an inch-and-a-half puddle,” Arnold said, “because it gives it a more relaxed feel.” How to choose and hang the right curtains for your room 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z “Parking at least 30 minutes before the show is a really good rule of thumb.” A first-timer’s guide to ‘The Nutcracker’ with kids | Provided by Pacific Northwest Ballet 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z The group also highlights good mushroom etiquette, such as a rule of thumb to pick two-thirds of the mushrooms you find in any given area. It’s mushroom season in WA. What you need to know to go foraging 2023-10-28T04:00:00Z As voting ended, a Conservative Party spokesman said the by-elections were "always going to be challenging" and "the rule of thumb is that governments don't win them". By-election polls close as Rishi Sunak faces twin tests 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z My first rule of thumb is not to echo right-wing tropes or draw on their deeper narratives or worldviews. Leftists, save yourselves! It's a bad moment for nihilistic self-indulgence 2023-09-30T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is if you want your money throughout the year, then claim your correct number of exemptions. How Many Exemptions Should I Claim On My W-4 2018-02-05T05:00:00Z While different crimes have different types of statute of limitations, there is a rule of thumb that you can use to determine if you still have time to file a police report. How Long Do You Have To File A Police Report? 2018-06-06T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, it is not a good idea to use a cosigner on a loan that has monthly payments you can’t cover by yourself. What Will Happen If the Cosigner of Your Loan Files Bankruptcy? 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z "As a rule of thumb, we're not going to make exceptions... But we need to look at opinions submitted from banks and review the matter," the official said. S.Korea considers limiting tenure of local currency, swap traders - sources 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z She said a good rule of thumb is trying to save 10% of income for retirement, but noted it was not always possible. Pensions: Women's pay gap 35% of men's due to care responsibilities 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb people could expect to see one that is about one magnitude less than the main shock. Morocco earthquake: Such magnitude usual for country 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z Indeed, one common rule of thumb for the seven-day pass is that it essentially pays for itself after a single Tokyo-Kyoto round trip. Japan Rail Pass, one of travel’s great deals, gets pricier 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z Leaving the beach cleaner than you found it is a good rule of thumb. How to snag a coveted fire pit at Dockweiler Beach during Labor Day weekend 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z A very simple rule of thumb in politics while running for public office is to never talk about political mechanics. Listless vessel attacks ‘listless vessels’ 2023-08-20T04:00:00Z On the other hand, we could not justify spending so much on rent, especially since a rule of thumb is to spend no more than a third of your income on housing. Our family of four shared a cramped studio for 25 years. L.A. housing costs nearly kept us there forever 2023-07-30T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is looking at the price tag — if the product is being sold for less than 75% of its year-round market rate “that’s a pretty big red flag,” he adds. Be wary of scams as Amazon Prime Day kicks off, experts warn 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z We included a 30% budget allocation in our calculations, since it is a well-known rule of thumb to spend around 30% or less of your gross income on rent. Bankrate: Seattle among best U.S. cities to start a career 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z It's a good rule of thumb, one that might save your life. Putin's men and the rebellion in Russia 2023-06-26T04:00:00Z By far the best rule of thumb is to become familiar with a brand’s business model and the types of fees it typically incurs, Mr. Harteveldt said. Watch Out for ‘Junk’ Fees When Booking Travel Online 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z Most people know a few rules of thumb: it should be as long as possible, contain special characters and not be a simple word. Here’s How Hackers Steal Your Password and How You Can Create a Safer One 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z When selecting rugs, a great rule of thumb is to choose one first for color or graphic inspiration, or last to tie everything together. Minimalist design starts with a few basic principles 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z One rule of thumb is that a new bull market is confirmed when an index sets a new high after rising from a bear-market low. Is the Bear Market Over? It Depends. 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Gondelman: To me, a handy rule of thumb is that if you need a lawyer to say, “Your honor … he was kidding,” then the joke didn’t land. Elon Musk is dying to be funny. These eight comedians have some notes 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to choose a vessel that complements the style and color scheme of your flowers while also being appropriate for the occasion and setting. Brighten up your spring space with florals 2023-05-01T04:00:00Z That seems like a pretty basic rule of thumb, built on established, widely accepted principles of human rights and freedom of expression. Opinion: Is God on the side of blasphemy laws? 2023-05-01T04:00:00Z A basic rule of thumb is that any place that does not allow tobacco smoking will most likely ban pot smoking and vaping. Advice | How to be a good weed tourist Both share a rule of thumb that no interior space be more than 25 to 30 feet from a window that opens. How to make a fading office building into a high-rise apartment 2023-04-23T04:00:00Z Nc5 Rb2+ — the rule of thumb is that a king should be active in this phase of the game, but it turns out there are hidden dangers for White’s king that decide the contest: 30. Steady Nepomniachtchi, shaky Ding as world chess title match kicks off 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z Coming into 2023 "my rule of thumb was whatever you did last year you will probably do half this year," Haley said. The credit crunch the Fed fears may already be taking shape 2023-04-10T04:00:00Z Standard rules of thumb call for a rainy-day fund that would cover at least three months’ worth of income or expenses, like housing, food and transportation. What to Do With Your Tax Refund? Save for Emergencies. 2023-04-07T04:00:00Z Fans of Social Security’s investing in the stock market rely on the rule of thumb that over the long term the market yields an annual average of more than 8% over inflation. Column: Social Security is perfectly healthy, but there's one easy way to improve it 2023-04-03T04:00:00Z It’s a good rule of thumb that when a grandmaster gifts you a pawn for free in the opening, the too-good-to-be-true offer is too good to be true. World’s divisions play out on the chessboard 2023-03-21T04:00:00Z When it comes to what to talk about, Whitmore has a good rule of thumb. Advice | The unofficial rules for talking on planes That’s my golden rule for gadget shopping, and I admit it sounds like a pretty obvious rule of thumb. Advice | Tempted by a new gadget? Keep our golden rule in mind before buying. 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z But here’s a rule of thumb for evaluating economic plans: The more growth someone promises, the worse their plan is likely to be. Opinion | The GOP’s One Weird Trick for fixing deficits is a Big Red Flag 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z Financial planner Crary pointed out that it is time to remember that a good rule of thumb is to keep enough cash reserves that can sustain expenses from three to six months. Your guide to navigating and surviving layoffs 2023-02-12T05:00:00Z “I’m pretty sure they’re going to not deal with a lot of the stuff that we’re sending over, particularly the Democratic bills. That’s generally the rule of thumb, the way things happen around here.” Va. General Assembly faces stalemate on guns, abortion at ‘crossover’ 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z When it comes to dessert, my rule of thumb is always look, no matter if you think you feel like it or not. How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to afterparty king Joel Kim Booster 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z That was a rule of thumb in the edit room. 'Pam & Tommy' 're-traumatized' Pamela Anderson. Her Netflix doc shows it in real time 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z I first proposed this rule of thumb almost exactly seven years ago, when 2016 presidential primary contenders in both parties were offering rival budget plans premised on growth rates of ludicrous speed. Opinion | The GOP’s One Weird Trick for fixing deficits is a Big Red Flag 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is not only to waste less coffee. Opinion | Coffee is not the only problem with coffee pods 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z I’m not a purist when it comes to adaptations; my general rule of thumb is that the more irreverent liberties a movie takes with its source material, the better. Sundance: As 'Cat Person' ruins a viral sensation, 'Eileen' makes a stir of its own 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z “I don’t think any traditional rules of thumb based on historical experiences” apply, Mr. Williams said, explaining that the recent inflation has been “so extraordinary.” Rate Increases Have a ‘Ways to Go,’ a Top Fed Official Says 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, Whistler generally catches more of the white stuff than Blackcomb. After 3 interrupted seasons, Whistler Blackcomb is back in easy reach 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z There’s a rule of thumb in real estate that homebuyers should spend roughly 2½ times their annual income on a home purchase. Seattle-area percentage of ‘house rich, cash poor’ among highest in U.S. 2023-01-09T05:00:00Z For those using a password manager, this rule of thumb is of paramount importance for the master password to unlock your vault. A Breach at LastPass Has Password Lessons for Us All 2023-01-05T05:00:00Z Time spent on the ice will determine how often you need to sharpen your skates, but a good rule of thumb is one sharpening session for every 10 hours on the ice. It’s ice skating season in Seattle. Sharpen your skills with this refresher 2022-12-29T05:00:00Z As we venture deeper into winter, a good rule of thumb is to make sure your home is prepared for the cold before the final leaves fall. How to winterize your home (preparing for the cold) 2022-12-21T05:00:00Z A rule of thumb: Any champagne more than $40 a bottle is probably well-made. Sparkling wine doesn’t have to break the bank. Here’s what to know. 2022-12-08T05:00:00Z The screenwriter William Goldman’s axiom that “nobody knows anything” in Hollywood remains a good rule of thumb. How Streaming Has Rewritten the Script for Movies 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z For people you see occasionally, like hairstylists or massage therapists, a typical rule of thumb is the cost of one service. Tipping Point: New tip guidelines for holiday giving 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z Marion says her rule of thumb for banisters or stairs is to measure the length, then add 50 percent; so, if your banister is 12 feet long, add six and order 18 feet of garland. Liven up your holiday decor with fresh garland, wreaths and more 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z “Have a rule of thumb,” Mr. Wright said, like paying $10 more than the minimum or double the minimum. How to Manage Credit Card Debt When Holiday Shopping 2022-11-25T05:00:00Z When in doubt, the agency has a handy rule of thumb for travelers. Can you take a turkey through airport security? If you’re traveling with food this holiday season, check the rules 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z The engineer says that, as a rule of thumb, one year of fighting equates to five years of de-mining. Ukraine war: The men who bring back the dead 2022-11-17T05:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, anyone who is over 18 and owns or rents a home has to pay council tax, but there are exemptions and discounts based on individual circumstances. Council tax: What is it and how much do you pay? 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb for roses is to fall prune partway, to reduce the canopy size that catches the winter winds. What sort of soil amendments should I make in my perennial beds this fall? 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z Ad buyers said a general rule of thumb was that it takes about eight or 10 cable spots to be seen by as many viewers as one broadcast ad. In G.O.P. Ad Wars, Trump Takes an Uncharacteristic Supporting Role 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb for assessing the value of a business is to look at how much its owners will spend to defend it from regulations. Column: Obscenely rich dialysis firms are spending millions to defeat Prop. 29's tighter regulations 2022-10-27T04:00:00Z “But obviously most of us can’t process that much information. So I think we look for rules of thumb.” Why the Price of Gas Has Such Power Over Us 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z My rule of thumb is to just say no. She clicked sign-in with Google. Strangers got access to all her files. 2022-10-21T04:00:00Z Winston used a recent opinion column to air his two rules of thumb in politics. Analysis | Independent voters don’t want mini-Trumps, are bored by Biden 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z It marked the second consecutive quarter of economic contraction, one informal rule of thumb for a recession. US economy drops at 0.6% annual rate from April through June 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z “My rule of thumb is as soon as October 1 rolls around, I pack away the fall harvest decorations, put on my witch’s hat, stretch out the spiderwebs and start planning my annual Halloween hunt.” Here’s when to start decorating for Halloween this year, according to the experts 2022-09-26T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, gas prices are simpler than the unemployment or inflation rates that are announced by the government once a month. Why the Price of Gas Has Such Power Over Us 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z My personal rule of thumb is to pack enough clothes for one week, then do laundry as needed. Perspective | I’ve worked remotely from 14 countries. Here’s what I learned. Roemer says her rule of thumb is to decline a gift if it doesn’t feel right. Advice | We asked: Should you bring flight attendants gifts? As a general rule of thumb, most bad things happening in the macroeconomy usually cause greater suffering among the poor. Opinion | The Fed has no good options now. Especially if it cares about the poor. 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z Ultimately, the success or failure of these and all financial rules of thumb is based on the circumstances of the people trying to live by them. One size doesn’t fit all for wedding dresses or finances 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z So, I collected thousands of Senate polls from past elections, crunched the numbers and came up with some rules of thumb that can help the most wired, frenetic poll consumers stay sane as 2022 unfolds. Opinion | It’s impossible to trust polls — or ignore them. Here’s how to stay sane. 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z Mr. McLaughlin said good rules of thumb for pollsters are to use voter lists, rather than random samplings of adults. Pollsters still searching for fixes as 2022 voting nears 2022-09-05T04:00:00Z These money rules of thumb can be useful guardrails, helping you allocate spending and determine what’s affordable. Millennial Money: Don’t let money ‘rules’ get you down 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z “The rule of thumb is that football drove 80-85% of the rights. It is now 85-90%,” said Jeff Nelson, the president of Navigate, a market research company with clients in sports and entertainment. College media rights: What has happened and what’s next? 2022-08-25T04:00:00Z I could see my friend’s rules of thumb creating family strife, depending on the situation. One size doesn’t fit all for wedding dresses or finances 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb, Mr. Blacken said, is for NFL players to have two budgets — one in-season and one out of season, when the cash doesn’t come in as steadily. In world of non-guaranteed contracts and shady advisers, NFL rookies learn to manage money 2022-08-24T04:00:00Z According to Bechtel at Jefferies, a basic rule of thumb used to be that a 10% rise in the dollar's broad value was the equivalent to around 75 basis points of policy rate tightening. Column: Dollar's historic surge may be music to Fed's ears 2022-08-24T04:00:00Z Here’s how to view money rules of thumb in the context of your own personal financial reality. Millennial Money: Don’t let money ‘rules’ get you down 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z That’s been used in other domains: you give people a simple rule, and then they can use it, and it replaces the bad rule of thumb they had before. Climate Change Actions Are Far More Popular Than People in U.S. Realize 2022-08-23T04:00:00Z A general rule of thumb for building great sandcastles is one part water for every eight parts dry sand. Sandcastle Engineering: A Geotechnical Engineer Explains How Water, Air and Sand Create Solid Structures 2022-08-23T04:00:00Z One rule of thumb has it that all details smaller than about λ are difficult to observe. College Physics for AP Courses 2015-08-12T00:00:00Z Here are a few rules of thumb that might help those new to this system. Astronomy 2016-10-13T00:00:00Z A cognitive bias is a pattern of “quick” thinking based on the “rule of thumb.” Introduction to Philosophy 2022-06-15T00:00:00Z There are several rules of thumb for when one can say they will use a Poisson to estimate a binomial. Introductory Business Statistics 2017-11-29T00:00:00Z As a rough rule of thumb, we can flag as an outlier any point that is located farther than two standard deviations above or below the best-fit line. High School Statistics 2020-03-27T00:00:00Z The accepted rule of thumb is that you can effectively scan to a depth of about 500λ into tissue. College Physics for AP Courses 2015-08-12T00:00:00Z Considering data to be far from the mean if it is more than two standard deviations away is more of an approximate "rule of thumb" than a rigid rule. Introductory Statistics 2013-09-19T00:00:00Z Heuristics mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that provide a method of problem-solving that is not necessarily optimal but is efficient. Introduction to Philosophy 2022-06-15T00:00:00Z There is no one broadly accepted rule of thumb for when one can use the Poisson to estimate the binomial. Introductory Business Statistics 2017-11-29T00:00:00Z Considering data to be far from the mean if they are more than two standard deviations away is more of an approximate rule of thumb than a rigid rule. High School Statistics 2020-03-27T00:00:00Z A frequently quoted rule of thumb in aircraft design is that wings should produce about 1000 N of lift per square meter of wing. College Physics for AP Courses 2015-08-12T00:00:00Z As a rough rule of thumb, we can flag any point that is located further than two standard deviations above or below the best-fit line as an outlier. Introductory Statistics 2013-09-19T00:00:00Z In fact, the explanatory virtues are not laws but rules of thumb, none of which are supreme or necessary. Introduction to Philosophy 2022-06-15T00:00:00Z Other rules of thumb are also suggested by different authors, but all recognize that the Poisson distribution is the limiting distribution of the binomial as n increases and p approaches zero. Introductory Business Statistics 2017-11-29T00:00:00Z "Just as a rule of thumb, we have seen prices more than double, 60% of the final bill is wholesale prices," he told BBC Radio Ulster's Good Morning Ulster. Cost of Living: NI households to face further gas price rises 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z Such small, deliberate acts of kindness are a rule of thumb with Smart. Jean Smart is holding on to optimism ... crying to Whitney Houston helps 2022-08-15T04:00:00Z A rule of thumb is that a point more than two standard deviations of the residuals from its predicted value on the least squares regression line is an outlier. Introductory Statistics 2013-09-19T00:00:00Z A cognitive bias is a pattern of “quick” thinking based on the ‘rule of thumb.’ Introduction to Philosophy 2022-06-15T00:00:00Z Again, this is a rule of thumb, but is effective and results in acceptable estimates of the binomial probability. Introductory Business Statistics 2017-11-29T00:00:00Z The economy contracted in the first half of the year - one rule of thumb for the onset of a recession. U.S. unemployment claims rise by 14,000 to 262,000 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z The economy contracted in the first half of the year — one rule of thumb for the onset of a recession. US unemployment claims rise by 14,000 to 262,000 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z A rule of thumb is to use a histogram when the data set consists of 100 values or more. Introductory Statistics 2013-09-19T00:00:00Z This is another rough rule of thumb that helps retirees figure out whether they may be withdrawing too much. The Tricky Math of Retiring Into a Downturn 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z That’s a common rule of thumb, but it isn’t an official definition. EXPLAINER: How do we know when a recession has begun? 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z One commonly cited rule of thumb — to save 1% to 4% of your home’s value each year for maintenance and repairs — can give homeowners sticker shock as real estate prices soar. How to budget realistically for home repairs | Liz Weston 2022-07-31T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb is to assume that if your workplace is providing you a tool or device, they can and will see what you do on it, Butler said. Your boss might be reading your work messages. Here’s how to prevent that. 2022-07-25T04:00:00Z Mr. Lunsford suggested a good rule of thumb: “The more stars you can see, the more meteors you can see.” Watch the Southern Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peak in Night Skies 2022-07-29T04:00:00Z Two quarters of declining growth meet an informal rule of thumb for when a recession begins, although robust hiring suggests that the economy still maintains pockets of strength and isn’t yet in a downturn. A key US inflation gauge reaches 6.8% as prices keep surging 2022-07-29T04:00:00Z In anticipation, the White House issued a statement noting that there is nothing “official” about the oft-cited rule of thumb according to which a two-quarter losing streak defines a recession. Opinion | Is the U.S. economy about to slip on a banana? 2022-07-27T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb to use when applying several rules is to apply the rules in reverse of the order in which we would evaluate the function. Calculus, Volume 1 2016-03-30T00:00:00Z Jha offers this rule of thumb: If you have not yet gotten a vaccine shot — of any kind — in 2022, consider getting one. The Latest Covid Surge 2022-07-21T04:00:00Z Two quarters of shrinking output would meet one rule of thumb for a recession. Fed’s Bullard: Solid US economy can handle rising rates 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z The first rule of thumb with a possible head injury: When in doubt, don’t hesitate to seek help. What to do if you hit your head 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Oh, and the eight glasses of water per day rule of thumb? Quiz: Do you know the sweaty truth about these common fitness myths? The first rule of thumb that I learned is do no harm, which means don’t do much of anything up front. How arson led to a culture reboot at Traeger, with CEO Jeremy Andrus 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z If you must use buy now, pay later for school, the rule of thumb is this: If you don’t have room in your budget now to make the payments, it’s not worth it. Is ‘learn now, pay later’ just another student debt trap 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to stay at least 100 yards away from storm drains and piers — and to be mindful when swimming in enclosed beaches. Where are California’s dirtiest beaches? This list might surprise you 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb for financial security is to be aware of your budget and in control of your spending, personal finance experts said. Should You Buy Now, Pay Later? Tread Carefully. 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z One rule of thumb Castle uses is to try to get some protein on the plate, and as many colors as you can. Perspective | Why you shouldn’t stress about your kid being a picky eater 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z “The rule of thumb is, if the water looks murky, don’t swim in it,” Perkins said. How to Avoid Nasty Pool Germs This Summer 2022-06-20T04:00:00Z Goldman's rule of thumb is that a persistent 100 bps FCI tightening slows GDP by about one percentage point after a year, in turn slowing inflation by roughly 0.1 percentage point. Analysis: For central bankers, tighter financial conditions may be an ally 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, an increase in the unemployment rate of three-tenths of a percentage point, on average over the previous three months, has meant that a recession will eventually follow. EXPLAINER: Recession fears grow. Just how high is the risk? 2022-06-14T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to aim for having at least six air exchanges per hour through ventilation or the equivalent amount of fresh air through filtration. We Need to Improve Indoor Air Quality: Here’s How and Why 2022-06-08T04:00:00Z It’s long been a rule of thumb in northern cities that hot weather means more violence. After Uvalde, holiday weekend sees shootings nationwide 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z But a rough rule of thumb holds that the further a president’s approval rating is below 50 percent, the worse the president’s party will do. The 2022 midterms could be a referendum on Biden While using debt to finance higher education can be an investment, there are rules of thumb to consider to avoid undermining the returns, she said. It will soon cost more to borrow money for college 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z An old rule of thumb says a portfolio should be 60% invested in stocks and 40% in bonds, with the stock portion ramping up or down depending on an investor’s willingness to take risk. Bonds, haven for elderly and cautious, are getting torched 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z “A good rule of thumb is to build over time,” de Lannoy says. Super short workouts can be surprisingly effective 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, an increase in the unemployment rate of three-tenths of a percentage point, on average over the previous three months, has meant a recession will eventually follow. EXPLAINER: Recession fears grow. But how high is the risk? 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z She suggests always aiming for the high end of any salary range, with a good rule of thumb being the 75th wage percentile of your specific job and industry. Younger workers aren’t keeping their salaries a secret anymore. Here’s why it could be a good idea 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb is that a firmer greenback makes dollar-denominated commodities costlier for non-dollar-based consumers, eventually subduing demand and prices. No place to hide: Dollar's surge cuts across markets 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb is that a firmer greenback makes dollar-denominated commodities costlier for consumers who use other currencies, eventually subduing demand and prices. Dollar surge leaves trail of destruction 2022-04-29T04:00:00Z At today’s car prices, the old rule of thumb is not only being ignored but is also unattainable for most Americans. Edmunds: A longer loan for your car? Bad idea 2022-04-27T04:00:00Z There’s no rule of thumb for daily expenditures, but there are guidelines for overall budgets, according to financial adviser Dana Levit, owner of Paragon Financial Advisors in Newton, Massachusetts. RTO sticker shock: Lunch, gas and other workday costs surge 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z At the same time, once I came up with rules that I thought were pretty good, like rules of thumb really, because I don't want to say they're axioms at all. How shame became cultural currency 2022-04-17T04:00:00Z “My rule of thumb is always just to try to reuse what you have and refill what you need and look for ways to do that,” she says. Parting ways with household plastic | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2022-04-15T04:00:00Z One rule of thumb for me is I don’t play win total extremes, and this one is in the upper 90s. Dodgers betting preview: It's World Series or bust 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z A quick rule of thumb for deck sizing is to allow for 5 square feet for each person who will be using it. Building a DIY deck? It’s easier once you make a few decisions 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z In the past, the rule of thumb was that oil prices would take six months to feed through to airfares, he added. Airlines forecast higher fares after energy price spike 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z One rule of thumb says it takes about a year after the three-month Treasury yield tops the 10-year yield before the onset of recession, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. EXPLAINER: Why bond yields may be warning of a recession 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z It’s a well-known rule of thumb in chess that crude, caveman attacks on the enemy king simply don’t work against strong opponents — except, of course, for when they do. Nakamura nabs slot in tourney to pick next chess title challenger 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z In the euro zone, as a rule of thumb, every 10% rise in the oil price in euro terms increases euro zone inflation by 0.1 to 0.2 points, according to European Central Bank research. Analysis: When it comes to oil, the global economy is still hooked 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z Regarding how much to pay, Checkbook found no solid rule of thumb. Hiring a home-cleaning service? Here’s what to know. 2022-03-22T04:00:00Z Online networks also undermine traditional rules of thumb about communication. Studying—and fighting—misinformation should be a top scientific priority, biologist argues 2022-03-23T04:00:00Z There’s a rule of thumb in the tree planting world: One should plant “the right tree in the right place.” Tree Planting Is Booming. Here’s How That Could Help, or Harm, the Planet. 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to keep your battery charged to at least 40% most of the time. 5 ways you're ruining your expensive phone, laptop, tablet and TV 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to pick one run a week and ramp up that run’s distance by 5 percent of the total week’s volume. Q. & A.: How to Deal With Running Injuries 2022-03-06T05:00:00Z Still, “there’s no equation for this,” Manning says, though her general rule of thumb is to cut the liquid by half. How to convert your favorite recipes for the Instant Pot 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z In the meantime, here’s a good rule of thumb for dealing with anyone with whom you have friction, on- or offline: Don’t assume malice; don’t withhold grace. Perspective | A colleague found my email offensive, but I can’t figure out why and I want to set the record straight 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z For many years, the scientific rule of thumb was that a sizable amount of temperature rise was locked into the Earth’s climate system. Perspective | How a little-discussed revision of climate science could help avert doom 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Home price increases over the past few years have made saving a down payment more challenging, but the amount of cash required upfront is often less than the traditional rule of thumb of 20 percent. Rising Mortgage Rates Add to the Challenge of Buying a House 2022-02-18T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb is this: The earlier in a session you slide, the better your time will be. Germany’s Friedrich says Olympic bobsled track is worn out 2022-02-16T05:00:00Z Manning’s very vague rule of thumb is to start by reducing the cook time — the time under pressure vs. what it would be on the stove or in the oven — by about a third. How to convert your favorite recipes for the Instant Pot 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z When the $370 bill arrived a month later, I realized that the rule of thumb was terrible for my two-bedroom home, which was built in the 1960s with insulation treated as an afterthought. How Tech Can (and Can’t) Help You Fight Soaring Energy Bills 2022-02-16T05:00:00Z Here’s the rule of thumb in state capitals: To really know what a governor values, look at his or her nominees to top posts. Opinion | On climate, Youngkin is no business leader 2022-02-11T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb for healthy systolic blood pressure, for instance, was said to be 100 plus your age. Jeremiah Stamler, who linked lifestyle with heart health, dies at 102 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb, Martinez said, is that if an institution accepts federal student loans, you can use ScholarShare dollars to cover costs there. Free money: California offers up to $225 to open a college savings fund for a child 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z That’s why the general rule of thumb is for investors not to have money in stocks that they’ll need to use within the next few years. Swing shift: Wall Street’s gyrations no cause for surprise 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z It once was a rule of thumb on Wall Street that January set the tone for the year. Stocks had a lousy start to the year, but Wall Street expects good times ahead. 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z Of course, everyone speaks at different volumes, so this rule of thumb could use some fine-tuning. Help Desk: How to sound better on your next Zoom (or Skype or Google Meet) call 2022-01-28T05:00:00Z Here’s a general rule of thumb on risk tolerance and investing, according to Burley: Perspective | Stock markets are turbulent, again. Here’s what experts say you should and shouldn’t do. 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is that your home should be worth more than you owe on your existing mortgage. Refinancing 101: What you need to know | Provided by 1st Security Bank 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z As a general rule of thumb, a sustained 100 bps rise in the U.S. Analysis: Rise in real bond yields may slow but not stop stock market bulls 2022-01-12T05:00:00Z On the contrary, it's still the rule of thumb in American politics that those who resort to violence end up losing support. A second civil war: One year after Trump's violent insurrection, how worried should we be? 2022-01-05T05:00:00Z Brian Egan, the chief executive of Evolve, a vacation rental company, said the rule of thumb for the fees, which are usually broken out on the bill, is about $50 a bedroom. How to Spot Those Pesky (and Expensive) Lodging Fees 2021-12-28T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb, experts say, is that many adults, young and old, tend to surge into colleges during an economic downturn but leave when jobs are plentiful. Community colleges continue major enrollment decline 2021-12-28T05:00:00Z Start with a simple rule of thumb developed by Fidelity Investments based on their experience with retirement savers. Are your finances turning out as you envisioned? 2021-12-18T05:00:00Z The omission, the accountants suggested, ran contrary to an important rule of thumb: “Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that personal financial statements include all assets and liabilities.” Trump Fraud Inquiry’s Focus: Did He Mislead His Own Accountants? 2021-12-14T05:00:00Z “If you have a service provider such as a hairstylist or massage therapist, a good rule of thumb is the cost of one service,” suggests Gottsman. Four ways to navigate the holiday tipping vortex 2021-12-09T05:00:00Z Sherry says that as a rule of thumb, apply heat to sore, tight or spasming muscles and use ice for acute injuries. Tools can help with do-it-yourself massage 2021-12-03T05:00:00Z That said, a few rules of thumb can cut through the confusion that often surrounds money decisions and help you build a solid financial foundation. Liz Weston: 8 rules for saving, borrowing and spending money 2021-12-06T05:00:00Z The first rule of thumb is to consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual about when to change the oil. 6 car maintenance myths that could cost you money | Provided by CarLotz 2021-11-22T05:00:00Z The same rule of thumb applies for people who received the single dose Johnson and Johnson vaccine more than two months ago. Fauci urges vaccinated adults to ‘get boosted’ 2021-11-21T05:00:00Z Particularly when countries have broken into two opposing teams, this stone-age rule of thumb works against good leadership. Review | Why power attracts the wrong kind of people 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z It's perfectly safe, if you follow a few rules of thumb. 10 common cryptocurrency terms you need to know 2021-11-20T05:00:00Z “When I talk to people who are new to plants, I tell them to start watering once a week and adjust from there. That’s a good rule of thumb for the wintertime, too.” Tips for caring for houseplants during the winter 2021-11-15T05:00:00Z There is no rule of thumb about how much to ask, but it’s reasonable to believe your employer has at least a few thousand dollars more than offered. Millennial career advice for Gen Z grads 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z For hearing checks, a good rule of thumb is every three years, and more often if you notice any problems, Spankovich says. Consistently eating the right foods can help your hearing, vision and teeth 2021-10-22T04:00:00Z We talked about Fidelity’s 50-15-5 spending and savings rule of thumb that will not just get you back on your financial feet but will help to grow your wealth. Perspective | The best financial advice for women — especially those recovering from the ‘she-cession’ 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z It’s a bit of a rule of thumb: The greater the player, the less likely he or she is to compete in his national championship. Hall of Famers: Sinquefields honored for contributions to chess 2021-10-12T04:00:00Z A general rule of thumb is to clean your unit at least once a week or more. The benefits of a portable humidifier — and how to shop for one 2021-09-22T04:00:00Z Another rule of thumb is that regardless of the targeted scholar’s personal politics, the people offended by something and clamoring for punishment were more zealous about their politics than the scholar. Cancel culture hits hardest at nation’s highest-ranked colleges 2021-09-16T04:00:00Z “Is there a rule of thumb for people who are worried about wildfires, such as ‘do not live in a canyon, do not live far north of Sunset Boulevard, etc.’?” Worried about wildfires? Here's how to determine your home's risk level 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb in the Capitol has always been that you govern in odd-numbered years and campaign in even-numbered ones. Opinion | Joe Manchin would be foolish to indefinitely hold up the reconciliation bill 2021-09-06T04:00:00Z The least disputed versions of this rule of thumb include tooth flossing, hair plucking, earwax cleaning, pimple popping, shaving, spitting, nose picking and the classic — nail clipping. Shaving, nail clipping and beyond — What are the limits of public hygiene? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb, according to Nakajima, is not to spend more than 10 percent of revenue on athlete sponsorship. Roger Federer’s Biggest Legacy? It Might Be His Billion-Dollar Brand. 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to consider an upgrade when you can no longer get software updates. Buy or Wait? Here’s a Guide to Phone Upgrades. 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z Their main rule of thumb is to keep it simple. From camp stove to fire, here are camping cooking tips to optimize your next trip out 2021-08-20T04:00:00Z My rule of thumb is, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” When to do system updates and addressing password issues 2021-08-06T04:00:00Z A: The rule of thumb is to entirely remove your personal footprint. Moving expert Caroline Carter on the prep you really need to do before selling your home 2021-08-02T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb: Avoid Twitter accounts offering to sell you a PlayStation 5 directly. Want to Buy a PlayStation 5? Befriend a Bot. 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, any indoor sports event is riskier than one held outdoors. COVID Risks at the Tokyo Olympics Aren’t Being Managed, Experts Say 2021-07-13T04:00:00Z It’s a pretty good rule of thumb that sunshine is a better disinfectant than shadow. Opinion | The White House gets the Hunter Biden ethical challenge exactly wrong 2021-07-09T04:00:00Z “If you pay your employees under the table, a good rule of thumb is not to write it down,” said Daniel Hemel, a law professor at the University of Chicago. Prosecutors say spreadsheets from Trump Organization offer a road map for its indictment. Where the investigation goes now is the question. 2021-07-03T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, you shouldn’t say "rule of thumb." Massachusetts' Brandeis University lists 'policeman,' 'congressman' on 'oppressive' language list 2021-06-23T04:00:00Z My rule of thumb for faux shopping holidays is to skip what any company describes as a “sales” section. China Isn’t the Issue. Big Tech Is. 2021-06-17T04:00:00Z She added: “A general rule of thumb is 15 minutes to one hour of flushing for long-term closures, such as for Covid-19.” How to Reopen Offices Safely 2021-06-11T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to keep smart speakers out of bedrooms and bathrooms. 86% are fed up with Big Tech, survey finds. Here’s how to get your privacy back 2021-06-08T04:00:00Z I’ve previously offered a rule of thumb for evaluating politicians’ economic proposals: The more economic growth a politician promises, the worse their policies probably are. Opinion | Two cheers for modest economic growth. Three for Biden’s honesty about it. 2021-05-31T04:00:00Z Container size depends on what you’re planting, but as a rule of thumb, you want your roots to have nearly as much room in the soil as the plants have above ground. You don't need land to have a farm. Here's how to grow food in pots 2021-05-29T04:00:00Z It’s a good rule of thumb to follow, not just when walking or exercising dogs, but camels as well. Editorial Roundup: Ohio 2021-05-10T04:00:00Z The first rule of thumb is to seek a sector-specific certification, degree or license. How to make sure you get your money’s worth from a job training program 2021-05-06T04:00:00Z The Department of Health said the general rule of thumb was that outdoor premises should not be more than 50% enclosed - a requirement supported by a statement from the Executive Office on Thursday. Covid in NI: Shops, pubs, cafes and gyms to reopen 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z That's because another supposed rule of thumb has bitten the dust - the idea that people in places like Hartlepool do not vote Conservative. Hartlepool by-election: Old certainties no longer apply 2021-04-28T04:00:00Z David Sobel, an environmental educator, suggested parents and teachers use “no tragedies before fourth grade” as a rule of thumb. Plant a Love of Nature in Your Kids 2021-04-16T04:00:00Z Marshall’s team calculated the population by using a general biology rule of thumb that says the bigger the animal, the less dense its population. Study: About 2.5 billion T. Rex roamed Earth but not at once 2021-04-15T04:00:00Z As Vendantam explains, people apply a heuristic, or mental shortcut, to many of their choices and assumptions: for example, accepting the rule of thumb that things that cost more must be better. Review | We’re constantly fooling ourselves — and that’s (mostly) okay 2021-03-24T04:00:00Z Investing: Diversifying your assets was the most popular rule of thumb, at 63%, followed by “invest in line with your risk tolerance” at 62%. Sometimes, in personal finance, simple actually works 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z All security experts agreed on one rule of thumb: Trust no one. Five Tech Commandments to a Safer Digital Life 2021-03-24T04:00:00Z The only rule of thumb: The fish should be no thicker than about 1 inch. Cooking fish in parchment packets ensures moist, flavorful fillets without much fuss 2021-03-16T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb is that half a year of learning was lost. Editorial Roundup: Louisiana 2021-03-17T04:00:00Z “As a rule of thumb, the hard core don’t leave these movements until they’re ready to,” he said. After Capitol riots, desperate families turn to groups that ‘deprogram’ extremists 2021-02-05T05:00:00Z Interestingly, they were not necessarily the most popular rules of thumb. Sometimes, in personal finance, simple actually works 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z Birds, the results suggest, are using rules of thumb that are not intuitive to humans when they decide what is detritus and what is precious cargo. How an Eight-Sided ‘Egg’ Ended Up in a Robin’s Nest 2021-01-29T05:00:00Z Excluding the cost of fabric, is there a rule of thumb for what is a reasonable price to reupholster, say, a big, comfy chair? Expert advice on upholstering — and why it costs so much 2021-02-01T05:00:00Z There is a rough rule of thumb for Georgia Democrats to win: They need 30 percent of the electorate to be Black and to carry about 30 percent of the white vote. How Alvin the Beagle Helped Usher In a Democratic Senate 2021-01-23T05:00:00Z "Keller has to come back. The linesman missed the call, but you've still got to hustle back. That's the rule of thumb, especially with 40 seconds left." Golden Knights beat Coyotes 1-0 on Karlsson's late goal 2021-01-24T05:00:00Z That might suggest that the less specific a rule of thumb is, the harder it is to put into action. Sometimes, in personal finance, simple actually works 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z “Keller has to come back. The linesman missed the call, but you’ve still got to hustle back. That’s the rule of thumb, especially with 40 seconds left.” Golden Knights beat Coyotes 1-0 on Karlsson’s late goal 2021-01-24T05:00:00Z But they point to a few general rules of thumb. Column: What happens to businesses when their CEOs become extremists? 2021-01-20T05:00:00Z Using the standard rule of thumb, the black hole missing from the center of the 2261 galaxy should be 10 billion solar masses or more, comparable to the mightiest of these monsters known to astronomers. Missing: One Black Hole With 10 Billion Solar Masses 2021-01-19T05:00:00Z When buying prime rib, a general rule of thumb is to get ¾ a pound per person — three pounds will accommodate four people. Prime rib: This classy cut of meat is like no other | Provided by Snoqualmie Casino 2020-12-23T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb for understanding who really wields power is the location of their office. The Biden administration: Who will hold the power? 2020-12-23T05:00:00Z "A good rule of thumb is if it's 85 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, just don't spray," says Curt Gottschalk, a farm manager in Hays, Kansas. Will rising temperatures make superweeds even stronger? 2020-12-20T05:00:00Z And, he adds as a good rule of thumb: “If you didn’t use it last year, you don’t need it this year. Donate unopened or slightly used decorations.” Plan ahead now for storing your holiday decorations 2020-12-18T05:00:00Z Other economists use the same rules of thumb that cause many Americans to choose bad plans: They pick a plan based on simple features, select a preferred brand, or ask their friends. It’s Not Just You: Picking a Health Insurance Plan Is Really Hard 2020-12-11T05:00:00Z Here’s a general rule of thumb for cooking temperatures: Prime rib: This classy cut of meat is like no other | Provided by Snoqualmie Casino 2020-12-23T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is baking one dozen cookies for each participant. How to have a socially distanced cookie exchange this holiday season 2020-12-02T05:00:00Z One alternative, Schaffner suggested, would be for the industry to adapt the rule of thumb used by Clinton and others, and just consistently report a doubled margin of error. In fallout over polls, "margin of error" gets new scrutiny 2020-11-28T05:00:00Z But as a general rule of thumb: “Think about masks like seasonal attire. Update every season,” says Johnson. You should probably replace some of your fabric face masks 2020-11-24T05:00:00Z One good rule of thumb is to judge parties and politicians by their priorities. Forgiving student debt is a bad idea 2020-11-20T05:00:00Z But a good rule of thumb for the parlor game that will ensue over Epstein’s next move might be this: Whatever your guess is, think bigger. Analysis | Theo Epstein broke curses in Boston and Chicago. As he leaves the Cubs, anything is possible. 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z They break an old rule of thumb in evolutionary biology, which holds that if you lose a complicated structure, you are unlikely to evolve it back. How Some Skinks Lost Their Legs and Then Evolved New Ones 2020-11-10T05:00:00Z Gutiérrez and Soriano-Redondo suggest phalaropes follow a simple rule of thumb: “Choose neighbors who spin in the same direction as me.” Watch rare shorebirds engage in a synchronized water dance 2020-11-12T05:00:00Z It’s a rule of thumb in the tax world that almost no activity is as cost-effective at securing revenue as enforcing the tax law — or as detested by tax-avoiders. Column: 23,000 households reported income over $10 million last year. The IRS audited seven 2020-11-02T05:00:00Z For many years, a rule of thumb in American politics was that the candidate with the sunnier outlook was likely to win. To many Americans, the future looks dark if the other side wins the election 2020-10-25T04:00:00Z “I don’t think the past rules of thumb are necessarily as important this time,” he said about the two propositions. New poll shows tight races for California propositions to change app-based driver rules, business property taxes 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z But this is the rule of thumb I use: Spend your money where it will get used. Top 10 tools: The essential power tools you need for home upkeep and DIY projects | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, Democratic voters, especially minority voters and young people, are disproportionately hurt. Democratic voters beware: "Vote by mail" in U.S. battleground states is a trap 2020-10-10T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb is to keep three to six months’ worth of expenses in an emergency fund. Perspective | Thinking about paying off your mortgage early? Here are the benefits — and the risks. 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z “A rule of thumb is three to six months of nondiscretionary expenses, and I like to include maximum out-of-pocket health care expenses in that,” Johnson says. Millennial Money: Create financial stability in shaky times 2020-10-06T04:00:00Z “A rule of thumb is three to six months of nondiscretionary expenses, and I like to include maximum out-of-pocket health care expenses in that,” Johnson says. Millennial Money: Create financial stability in shaky times 2020-10-06T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, even the very best managers can sustain around a decade at the very top of the game. How pass master Thiago Alcântara can help sustain Liverpool's highs | Jonathan Wilson 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z It all adds up to one increasingly dire rule of thumb: As the effects of climate change become a reality, it’s healthier to be wealthy. Rarefied air: Taking a healthy breath is now a luxury in California 2020-09-18T04:00:00Z The commercial real estate industry’s rule of thumb in the 1980s was 200 to 300 square feet per employee, according to Moody’s Analytics. In Coming Wave of Pandemic-Induced Vacancies, Some See Opportunity 2020-09-01T04:00:00Z “The best rule of thumb to apply here is what a ‘prudent and reasonable’ person would do,” Holderfield said by email. Ketamine that’s injected during arrests draws new scrutiny 2020-08-22T04:00:00Z A rule of thumb for car buying is that a used vehicle will provide greater savings and better value than a new vehicle. Edmunds: When to buy new instead of used 2020-08-19T04:00:00Z A rule of thumb: The bigger the pivot, the more time you need to execute it. You can change careers in the middle of a pandemic. Here are 7 tips 2020-08-14T04:00:00Z Employment law attorney Nicole Galli said a rule of thumb may be asking, Would this be something the company is “going to be willing to file a lawsuit over?” The trade secret minefield: What workers risk when changing jobs 2020-08-04T04:00:00Z Cities in the Central Valley such as Redding, Sacramento, Fresno and Bakersfield follow the late-July rule of thumb and peak on either July 24 or July 25. After this week's heatwave, there's relief in sight for Southern California 2020-07-30T04:00:00Z Good rule of thumb: If the park is big enough to have a recreation center, it will also have restrooms, which are typically open from dawn to dusk, she said. Full bladders, closed bathrooms. Strategies for peeing while out during coronavirus 2020-07-25T04:00:00Z When trying to sail through a pandemic perfect storm, maybe one simple rule of thumb could help. Perspective | Baseball’s back, but the questions won’t end, and the answers won’t get easier 2020-07-24T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to avoid any caffeine six hours before bedtime, as the caffeine can interrupt your child’s natural sleep patterns, making it difficult to fall asleep. Editorial Roundup: Louisiana 2020-07-22T04:00:00Z Another rule of thumb to consider is investing more in a product to make it last. How to Buy Tech That Lasts and Lasts 2020-07-08T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb is the larger the refrigerator, the greater the energy consumption. Shopping for a new fridge isn’t as chilling as it seems | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2020-07-02T04:00:00Z A general rule of thumb is: If a structure is meant to be habitable, then it requires a permit. Desperate for space? A fancy backyard shed can help you spread out | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2020-06-30T04:00:00Z A general rule of thumb is that it takes a month for every $10,000 of income you earn, and during a recession your job search may be even more protracted. Don’t Hate Me, but I Hate My Job 2020-06-26T04:00:00Z There is a pretty decent rule of thumb in these situations. Trent Alexander-Arnold the spark for Liverpool's thrilling reignition | Barney Ronay 2020-06-24T04:00:00Z The rule of thumb should be that those who contributed a great deal to the development of our country deserve to be recognized, however flawed they were as human beings. Opinion | Funny how Trump’s dislike for ‘losers’ doesn’t extend to Confederate generals 2020-06-23T04:00:00Z Thus, asking for predictions is a good rule of thumb, but it is a crude and error-prone criterion. The Truth about Scientific Models 2020-06-18T04:00:00Z She suggests that a good rule of thumb is to think critically about what activities are necessary and what would just feel really good. As America reopens, here's how to assess the risk of shopping and dining out 2020-06-17T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, the CDC said the risk of COVID-19 spread increases the closer you interact with others, the longer the interaction lasts and the greater number of people involved. CDC: Pandemic is ‘not over,’ Americans must be vigilant as they venture out 2020-06-12T04:00:00Z “The general rule of thumb in these primaries is the challengers almost always fail,” said Kyle Kondik, an elections analyst at the University of Virginia. The Squad in the spotlight: AOC, progressive peers face primary challenges of their own 2020-06-12T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, every percentage point increase in the national unemployment rate costs state budgets about $45 billion, according to the Brookings Institution. Column: An apocalyptic collapse in state and local government employment is already upon us 2020-06-11T04:00:00Z But one rule of thumb is that if you speak ill of Trump — and a remarkable number of former officials have — the president will strike back. Trump’s bad breakups: Mattis is the latest official to go from hero to zero in the president’s telling 2020-06-06T04:00:00Z “Here’s a good rule of thumb,” he said. Trump’s Bible photo op cleaves white evangelical loyalists into two camps 2020-06-04T04:00:00Z As a general rule of thumb, they reported, a small-business owner with up to 100 employees may spend $1,200 a year for coverage. Column: Stores may be insured for looting. But guess who pays in the end (hint: you) 2020-06-02T04:00:00Z There’s at least one caveat to this rule of thumb. Perspective | Forget what you’ve heard. Here are the new rules for post-pandemic retirement. 2020-05-04T04:00:00Z “It’s all very relative, but the one rule of thumb is to always be well prepared.” Between two storms: Caribbean braces for hurricanes in coronavirus era 2020-05-29T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, if the app’s attack rate matches or exceeds that of the traditional method, “we know the app is doing a really good job.” Countries around the world are rolling out contact tracing apps to contain coronavirus. How will we know whether they work? 2020-05-21T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, I suggest starting small and then working your way up. Perspective | Help Desk: Why is my WiFi so bad? More tips and answers 2020-05-06T04:00:00Z Dr. William Schaffner, professor of preventive medicine and infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University, sees no absolute rule of thumb in terms of the right time to open beaches. Those flocking to the beach see little risk of getting coronvirus. Experts aren't so sure 2020-04-27T04:00:00Z The general rule of thumb is that the more people on the call, the shorter it should be. Tips for your next virtual happy hour or party 2020-04-20T04:00:00Z Generally speaking, those requirements follow a simple rule of thumb: The more land you clear, the less resilient the design needs to be. In Australia, an Architect Designs for a Future of Fire 2020-04-17T04:00:00Z Already, as more data has emerged, doctors are altering their rules of thumb about critical decisions like when to ventilate patients. Opinion | Why the lockdown skeptics are wrong 2020-04-16T04:00:00Z “The rule of thumb is: the stricter the lockdown, the bigger the effect on crimes committed against strangers on the street.” Murder Rates Were Staggering. The Virus Has Brought Some Quiet, for Now. 2020-04-11T04:00:00Z There was a rule of thumb that, in an outbreak’s early stages, for each death there were probably 1,000 cases in a community. Special Report: Johnson listened to his scientists about coronavirus - but they were slow to sound the alarm 2020-04-07T04:00:00Z The current rule of thumb is to quarantine for at least 14 days from the time you develop symptoms, or seven days after your symptoms resolve – whichever is longer. People with coronavirus are highly contagious for days prior to symptoms, says scientist 2020-04-01T04:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to book video meetings sparingly. The Dos and Don’ts of Online Video Meetings 2020-03-25T04:00:00Z The NBER’s business cycle dating committee does not define a recession as two consecutive quarters of decline in real gross domestic product, as is the rule of thumb in many countries. Weak U.S. core capital goods orders point to deepening business investment downturn 2020-03-25T04:00:00Z The goal was to find a heuristic, or rule of thumb, for clinicians that minimized the average mortality rate of all patients over time, which is the goal of triage in the real world. How to Triage Patients Who Need Intensive Care 2020-03-20T04:00:00Z But one rule of thumb is to keep your gadgets to a minimum. The Tech Headaches of Working From Home and How to Remedy Them 2020-03-18T04:00:00Z As a general rule of thumb, the people running the world are people from blue-collar families who are lower middle class. Billionaire Confessional: David Rubenstein on Wealth and Privilege 2020-03-12T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, your business rates bill is now typically half of your rent. The tax that hits struggling High Streets hardest 2020-03-08T05:00:00Z U.S. officials as a rough rule of thumb say a 1 percentage point drop in China’s growth shaves about a 0.2 percentage point from U.S. Global central bankers scour shopping malls, manufacturers for coronavirus playbook 2020-02-21T05:00:00Z “My rule of thumb is, I get to test new pies, and I get to eat broken pies,” she says and laughs more. The greatness of Seattle’s tiny but mighty Pot Pie Factory 2020-02-18T05:00:00Z These rules of thumb are all about cultivating attention. Screen reading can wreck your attention. Here’s how to save it. | Produced by Advertising Publications 2020-02-18T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb when you’re trying to eat healthy is to beware of any food you see advertised. Liz Weston: Beware of these overhyped financial strategies 2020-02-17T05:00:00Z “A good rule of thumb is to expect that in any given year you could lose half of whatever money you have in the stock market,” Mr. Becker said. The Young Person’s Guide to Investing 2020-02-10T05:00:00Z As a general rule of thumb, leather boots will last longer and fit more comfortably than synthetic materials, while metal frames and plates are better than plastic. The best roller skates for the rink, street, and everything in between 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Earlier this year, Monteiro and his colleagues published a paper titled “Ultra-processed foods: what they are and how to identify them”, offering some rules of thumb. How ultra-processed food took over your shopping basket 2020-02-12T05:00:00Z Yields for short-term Treasurys are rarely higher than for longer-term Treasurys, and when it does happen, a rule of thumb says a recession may be on the way in about a year or so. Asian shares up on China efforts despite virus worries 2020-02-04T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb in life is to assume that whatever Trump says, the opposite is true. Everyone calm down! Iowa's caucus snafu is a minor bump, not a world-ending conspiracy 2020-02-04T05:00:00Z “I think the most important rule of thumb in introducing technology into voting is be extremely conservative,” he said. App Used to Tabulate Votes Is Said to Have Been Inadequately Tested 2020-02-03T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is until there are no pieces of recognizable bedding left. 10 ways to save money on your gardening budget 2020-02-03T05:00:00Z Another good rule of thumb is to focus on companies that share customer reviews. 9 things to look for when buying CBD products | Provided by Penguin Wellness CBD 2020-02-01T05:00:00Z “I’ve been around hip-hop artists, and the rule of thumb is that there is a friend who holds the drugs and takes the fall,” Smiley says. 'It's a war zone': why is a generation of rappers dying young? 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z One useful rule of thumb when it comes to business scandals is that they often seem to get worse after the initial disclosures, even after a string of “official” investigations. Column: That Wells Fargo accounts scandal was even worse than you can imagine 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z Morningstar suggested a simple rule of thumb: Each time you get a raise, spend a percentage of it that’s twice the number of years to retirement — and save the rest. Got a Raise? It’s Time to Bump Up Your Savings, Too 2020-01-24T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb is to spend only as many minutes in the water as the number of degrees, in Celsius. The Subversive Joy of Cold-Water Swimming 2020-01-20T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb, the Ralstons said, is that a person will sink to the bottom of a lake within a radius equal to the depth of the water. Bring up the bodies: the retired couple who find drowning victims 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z The Biggest Loser study didn’t just recapitulate this disheartening rule of thumb, however. Unexpected Clues Emerge About Why Diets Fail 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb for data backup is the 3-2-1 rule. 9 things to do now before a cyberattack hits 2020-01-08T05:00:00Z What if this rule of thumb for saving a portion of my raise is a stretch for me? Got a Raise? It’s Time to Bump Up Your Savings, Too 2020-01-24T05:00:00Z A good rule of thumb is to wait 72 hours after it rains before going into the ocean. It just rained (again). Is it safe to swim in the ocean? 2019-12-27T05:00:00Z A rule of thumb during the regular season of usually going with the better roster doesn’t apply because, well, clubs with the better rosters aren’t necessarily playing those guys. 49ers-Seahawks showdown for NFC West has 1 team undermanned 2019-12-25T05:00:00Z That’s an example of a money rule of thumb that is imperfect but useful, which is the idea — inexact starting points for goals, conversations and calculations. Millennial Money: Money rules of thumb can be handy 2019-12-24T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb here is that you need 70 percent of your pre-retirement income to maintain your standard of living for a lifetime. Make new decade resolutions for your finances 2019-12-21T05:00:00Z The rough rule of thumb is an exit poll that comes within 15 seats of the final outcome is considered accurate, Prof Fisher says. Exit poll: What and how accurate is it? 2019-12-12T05:00:00Z It’s a good rule of thumb, it’s a good suggestion for how the scientific process goes, but it’s not exact. How an Idea Becomes a Published Scientific Paper 2019-12-03T05:00:00Z A rule of thumb that all cybersecurity experts advise is never clicking on a link in an email or text. Black Friday: Beware these cyber scams 2019-11-29T05:00:00Z But here are some handy rules of thumb to get started. Millennial Money: Money rules of thumb can be handy 2019-12-24T05:00:00Z The rule of thumb, experts advise, is to always respond to financial inquiries through a different medium, like replying to an email with a phone call. Isolated Iceland newly vulnerable to computer scams 2019-11-22T05:00:00Z In hockey, though, the rule of thumb is simple. Why punching your opponent in hockey is fine but spitting on him is not 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z “My rule of thumb has been when the annual repair costs exceed 50% of a new car payment,” one reader wrote. Perspective | Skyrocketing repair costs or rust? It may be time to buy a new car. 2019-10-31T04:00:00Z In general, Dr. Hiller said, the rule of thumb in evolution is that genes that are not actively being used tend to disappear or be inactivated. What Whales and Dolphins Left Behind for Life in the Ocean 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z As a rule of thumb, thicker fabrics last longer than thinner ones. How to buy clothes that are built to last | Produced by Advertising Publications 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z “The rule of thumb that we propose is in an older home, if the finishes look good, test for lead,” said Erik Listou, industry instructor and co-founder of the Living In Place Institute. In older houses, a trove of lead risks 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z “My rule of thumb is that your total student loan debt at graduation should be less than your annual starting salary,” Mr. Kantrowitz said. Two-Thirds of College Students Take On Debt, but Amount Is Rising More Slowly 2019-09-27T04:00:00Z It helps to have a rule of thumb for deciding when it’s time to get rid of your car. Perspective | Skyrocketing repair costs or rust? It may be time to buy a new car. 2019-10-31T04:00:00Z Farmer: Keeping in mind the terms and language vary, slightly or dramatically, from team to team, there are some rules of thumb. Ask Sam Farmer: What are the basic mechanics of an NFL play call? 2019-09-21T04:00:00Z That is a rule of thumb that extends to other elastic items, like workout gear, and even T-shirts and jeans. How to buy clothes that are built to last | Produced by Advertising Publications 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z One good rule of thumb is to follow the ABCs: Players Association distributing work stoppage guide 2019-09-16T04:00:00Z Our basic rule of thumb is that you shouldn’t pay too much attention to how well the potential challenger is doing, but you should instead look at the incumbent’s numbers. About those head-to-head polls 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z |
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