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toeing the line



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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



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