Draw The Line




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Draw The Line : Phrases



Meaning:

Define a threshold that can't be crossed without action or retaliation.


Example:

You can leave your pet skunk outside, but I draw the line at bringing it inside the house.


Origin:

Comes from one of the Psalms which contains a reference about "drawing a line in the sand" meaning to proceed no further. It has been shortened to draw the line.





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