toe the line meaning?

Question

What is the meaning of "to toe the line" idiom?

Answer 1

 

Idiom Conjugations:

 

Answer 2

Gerund Form of the Idiom:

Toeing the line can mean following orders even if you think they are wrong.
 

Answer 3

Idiom Usage:

In the imperative:

"Toe the line!"

 

Answer 4

Idiom Scenario 2:

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Johnny and his mother have been arguing about how messy Johnny's room is.  There is a house rule that everyone should keep their rooms neat and tidy.  Johnny's mother tells Johnny that ...

if Johnny does not toe the line and clean his room, she will take away his video games until he cleans his room.

Answer 5

Idiom Scenario 1:

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You and your boss have been having an argument all week about a certain procedure at work.  You believe the procedure should be changed but your boss insists that the procedure will not change.

If you do not toe the line and follow the rules, you will be in trouble.

Answer 6

Idiom Definition:

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"to toe the line"

to conform to and follow the rules and regulations
 

Synonyms:
agree, assent, comply, conform, embrace, heed, fit, follow, harmonize, integrate, obey, observe, reconcile, square, submit, surrender, tailor, tune
 
 
This ballerina is literally toeing the line. - - - - ->