Meaning of draw the line | Babel Free

Definitions

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

idiomatic

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Examples

“I don't mind⟳ if they have⟳ some fun, but I draw⟳ the line at anything that might harm⟳ others.”

“By contrast, the British government draws the line at giving the Community a significant new role in setting minimum standards on working conditions, labor representation on corporate boards, and social affairs.”

“We are at a moment right now where people are asking themselves why can’t the Democratic Party defend⟳ this assault on democracy[…] and I would submit⟳ to you that if you can’t draw⟳ the line at genocide, you probably can’t draw⟳ the line at democracy.”

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