to  play  by one's own rules
play
pleɪ
plei
by
baɪ
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<i>one's</i>
wʌnz
vanz
own
əʊn
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rules
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roolz

Definition & Meaning of "play by one's own rules"in English

to play by one's own rules
01

to do things as one sees fit, not according to laws or rules 

Examples
Despite the company guidelines, she preferred to play by her own rules when managing her team. 
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