What does "Play by the rules" mean?

following established guidelines

Synonym: following regulations Opposite: cheating

"Play by the rules" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

I mean I’m playing by the rules.

Friends S3E17

Right. I should have known better than to expect you to play by the rules.

Gossip Girl S5E18

If you want to get these guys, you have to keep your mouth shut and play by the rules.

Sex and the City S1E1

I don't play by those rules.

Suits S2E16

Pam, play by the rules.

The Office S2E4

Batman plays by Gotham City rules and would use torture, but Superman's got those Midwest values.

Young Sheldon S6E3

Cartoons don't play by the rules and Waldo's open disdain for his opponents has clearly struck a chord.

Black Mirror S2E3

We got to stop playing by the rules And start playing dirty.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S4E5

"Play by the rules" in TV shows & movies

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