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draw the line

idiom

To set a boundary, rule, or limit, especially on what one will tolerate.


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Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    blur the line

    To minimize or erode the distinction between two things.

  2. 02

    bottom line

    The summary or result; the most important information.

  3. 03

    bottom of the line

    The worst or lowest quality on the market, especially among a range of products.

  4. 04

    bright line

    A clear distinction in the context of a legal, moral, ethical, or analytical judgment.

  5. 05

    cross the line

    To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.

  6. 06

    draw a blank

    To be unable to recall a required piece of information.

  7. 07

    draw a line

    To delimit a boundary or border.

  8. 08

    draw a long bow

    To lie; to exaggerate.

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