Hook
Hook verb - To cause to turn away from a straight line.
Rule
Rule verb - To exercise authority or power over.
How words are described
| old | old hook | old rule |
| similar | similar hook | similar rule |
| direct | direct hook | direct rule |
| original | original hook | original rule |
| Other adjectives: single, obvious, simple, strong, actual, real, little, main, new, last. | ||
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
- A cardinal rule of Pokémon Special is that if you have paired X chromosomes and you come into a Pokédex by hook or by crook, you are one of these to a degree without exception.
Source: Action Girl / Anime - Rule of Three: A survivor can survive being placed on a hook only two times.
Source: Videogame / Dead By Daylight -
Sequel Hook: The game ends with Chou-Chou declares her new ambition to rule the entire universe.
Source: Video Game / Mugen Souls
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