The judge will rule on the matter after hearing both sides' arguments.
She was granted the authority to rule the country in the absence of the monarch.
The captain had to rule that the player was out for pushing an opponent.
In her role as lead mediator, she will rule on any disputes that arise.
The jury is expected to rule on the defendant's guilt or innocence today.

Be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance; "Money reigns supreme here"; "Hispanics predominate in this neighborhood".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Mark or draw with a ruler; "rule the margins".

Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.

Keep in check; "rule one's temper".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

She had to learn to rule her emotions in order to be a good leader.
He was able to rule his temper, even when faced with extreme provocation.
The parents worked hard to rule their children's screen time and ensure a healthy balance.
She struggled to rule her impulsive nature and often acted on instinct.
The committee's main goal was to establish guidelines that would help rule the chaos.

Rule (Verb)