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词汇 draw a line in the sand
释义
Idiom
draw a line in the sand
to say that a particular idea or activity will not be supported or accepted.
The president has drawn a line in the sand, which means that if the foreign troops are not removed, they will be attacked.
Etymology: based on the idea of literally making a mark in sand to show someone they cannot move across it

draw a line in the sand

To establish a figurative boundary that someone or some group refuses to cross or beyond which no further advance or compromise is accepted. I don't mind my roommate being a bit messy, but leaving dirty dishes for me to clean up is where I draw a line in the sand!

draw a line in the sand

Fig. to create or declare an artificial boundary and imply that crossing it will cause trouble. Todd drew a line in the sand by giving his roommate an ultimatum about his sloppiness—he had to start cleaning up after himself or move out.

draw a line in the ˈsand

set a limit that you refuse to allow something to go beyond: The government is trying to draw a line in the sand regarding public sector pay rises.
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