The government has ruled out releasing prisoners who have "blood on their hands," a reference to those involved in terrorist attacks.

The government has ruled out a change in fiscal policy.

The government ruled out a full parliamentary debate.

Danish government does not rule out severing diplomatic ties with Syria.

However, the government has ruled out the creation of a bad-asset bank.

The Colombian government ruled out rebel attacks or a hijacking.

My government has not ruled them out, but cannot accept such a call while criminal investigations are under way.

The government has ruled out legislating now, but is keeping the option open.

The government has ruled out the possibility of cutting the £15.9bn Crossrail development if it is re-elected.

The government in Tehran cited the overwhelming difficulties facing relief workers, and did not rule out the possibility of a future visit.