rules out (Meaning)

rules out

to eliminate the possibility of, exclude, eliminate, to make impossible

The strict rules of etiquette ruled out casual attire at the formal dinner.
The doctor ruled out the possibility of a heart condition after examining the patient.
The evidence completely ruled out the suspect, exonerating them from the crime.
The safety regulations ruled out any activities that posed an unacceptable risk.
The grammar rules ruled out the use of a comma in that particular sentence.
The contract clearly ruled out any modifications without prior written approval.
The weather forecast ruled out the chances of holding an outdoor event.
The financial constraints ruled out purchasing the luxury vehicle.
The legal precedents ruled out the possibility of overturning the verdict on appeal.
The environmental regulations ruled out the construction of a new factory in that protected area.

to eliminate the possibility of, exclude, eliminate, to make impossible

freezes out, bars, prohibits, bans, counts (out), eliminates,excludes, prevents, debars, closes one's doors to

includes, admits, entertains,receives, accepts, welcomes, takes in, embraces,unbans

The strict rules of etiquette ruled out casual attire at the formal dinner.

The doctor ruled out the possibility of a heart condition after examining the patient.

The evidence completely ruled out the suspect, exonerating them from the crime.

The safety regulations ruled out any activities that posed an unacceptable risk.