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car·di·nal rule

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  1. cardinal rulenoun

    A fundamental rule, upon which other matters hinge.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of cardinal rule in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of cardinal rule in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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    The cardinal rule of deterrence is to convince your opponent that the cost of his hostile action will by far outweigh the benefits, and President Joe Biden has done the exact opposite.


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    A monish
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