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Guideline

/ɡˈaɪˌdlaɪn/
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(noun) A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.

Actually, it's really more of a guideline than a rule.
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The government issued a new ____ to help businesses comply with the updated safety regulations.

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