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toeing the line

VERB

obey the rules

Synonyms

WEAK

adhere to rules come to heel conform fall in fall in line follow the book stay in line toe the mark

Example Sentences

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During my three weeks covered in glowing sensors, I found myself toeing the line between mindful self-improvement and algorithmic overload.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

In June French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire summoned 75 retailers and consumer groups to a meeting about prices, and has accused manufacturers of not toeing the line on inflation.

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2023

“He was able to get contractors to start toeing the line when others had been thrown from the saddle.”

From Washington Post • Jan. 11, 2022

Though it’s early, it appears many businesses are already toeing the line.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2021

Frankly, this one is toeing the line, but okay.

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone