Meaning of short leash | Babel Free
Definitions
A strict set of rules, or great scrutiny or oversight which limit one's freedom of action.
Examples
“The employee was put on probation after her latest mistakes and given a short leash.”
“Their supervisors keep the workers on a short leash.”
“That's Don Pianta's daughter, Francesca. She's head-over-heels for Frankie. Seems like she's got Frankie on a pretty short leash, but... Hey they're happy, right?”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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