ruling
Meaning
A ruling is a formal decision or pronouncement made by a court or an authoritative body, which serves to interpret, apply, or enforce laws, regulations, or policies, often establishing a precedent for future cases or guiding subsequent actions within a le
💡 While "ruling" is often used in legal contexts, it can also refer to decisions made in other authoritative domains; however, it is important not to conflate it with informal decisions or opinions.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Maria
had
been
following
the
local
council's
deliberations
because
a
recent
planning
dispute
might
affect
her
street
.
Yesterday
a
council
ruling
clarified
which
properties
qualify
for
priority
repairs
,
and
she
read
the
official
statement
with
relief
.
The
explanation
used
clear
criteria
so
residents
could
understand
the
basis
for
the
decision
and
anticipate
how
it
would
be
implemented
.
Neighbours
began
discussing
practical
steps
they
would
take
to
comply
with
the
new
requirements
,
such
as
documenting
urgent
repairs
and
contacting
the
office
.
Although
the
ruling
seemed
final
for
now
,
some
residents
considered
whether
they
should
seek
further
guidance
before
making
major
changes
.
Maria
decided
to
wait
for
the
implementation
timetable
before
scheduling
any
work
.
Common Phrases
judicial ruling
executive ruling
ruling on a matter
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