Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bend-the-rules
verb phrase
bɛnd ðə rulz
Definition
To make exceptions to the established rules or guidelines.
Examples
- Sometimes, in a creative project, you have to bend the rules to get the best results.
- She decided to bend the rules a little to help her friend.
Meaning
This phrase refers to the act of not strictly adhering to the rules, often in order to achieve a desired outcome or to accommodate a particular situation.
Synonyms
- make exceptions
- stretch the rules
- adjust the guidelines
