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sign on the dotted line

idiom

To formalize an agreement.


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  1. 01

    barber's sign

    A standing pole and two wash-balls, historically used outside barber's shops.

  2. 02

    blur the line

    To minimize or erode the distinction between two things.

  3. 03

    bottom line

    The summary or result; the most important information.

  4. 04

    bottom of the line

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

  5. 05

    bright line

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

  6. 06

    cross the line

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

  7. 07

    draw a line

    To delimit a boundary or border.

  8. 08

    draw the line

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

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