You must toe the line if you want to keep your job.
toe the line
idiomTo abide by the rules or conventions; (politics, in particular) to follow the party line.
Origin
disputed originUnknown, with multiple competing etymologies and some theorizing the phrasing originated from the United States and others the United Kingdom.
The new manager expects everyone to toe the line and follow the company rules strictly.
Despite his personal reservations about the new policy, the politician decided to toe the line to maintain support within his party.
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blur the line
To minimize or erode the distinction between two things.
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bottom line
The summary or result; the most important information.
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bottom of the line
The worst or lowest quality on the market, especially among a range of products.
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bright line
A clear distinction in the context of a legal, moral, ethical, or analytical judgment.
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cross the line
To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.
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dip a toe into
Alternative form of dip one's toe in.
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dip one's toe in
To explore or begin; to enter or get involved in tentatively and for the first time.
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draw a line
To delimit a boundary or border.