draw the line

VERB

set a limit

Synonyms

WEAK

draw a line fix a limit set a stopping point set an end point

Example Sentences

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Every foodie, regardless of how adventurous their palate may be, has to draw the line, eventually.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

It is, no doubt, an encouraging sign that five justices will still draw the line somewhere.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

"This study shows that there's a speciation 'gray zone' that can make it hard to draw the line," Chan said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

But some draw the line at design and creation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Was this really the time to draw the line in the sand?

From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau