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The idiom “line in the sand” is widely used to describe a point beyond which one will not tolerate or accept something. It is often used in situations where someone wants to establish clear boundaries or make a strong statement about their position on an issue.
Line in the sand is an idiom, a metaphorical (sometimes literal) point beyond which no further advance will be accepted or made. Related terms include unilateral boundary setting, red lines and ultimatums to define clear consequences if a line is crossed.
line in the sand. A figurative boundary that someone or some group refuses to cross or beyond which no further advance or compromise is accepted. (Used especially in the phrase "draw a line in the sand.")
Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers. draw a line in the sand in American English. to set a limit; allow to go up to a point but no further. See full dictionary entry for sand. Most material © 2005, 1997, 1991 by Penguin Random House LLC.
A figurative boundary that someone or some group refuses to cross or beyond which no further advance or compromise is accepted. (Used especially in the phrase "draw a line in the sand.") The allocation of this new tax to pay for building schools has become a line in the sand for the governor's administration.
"Draw a line in the sand" means to establish a clear boundary or limit. What context can I use the in? Example. I had to draw a line in the sand when my roommate started borrowing my clothes without asking. Example. The company CEO drew a line in the sand by implementing a strict no-tolerance policy for harassment. Example.
Meaning. a boundary beyond which one cannot proceed without consequences. a set limit which has to be adhered to strictly by someone. Example Sentences. His resolve to either get a paid internship or drop out of school was his line in the sand. She drew a line in the sand when she asked David to choose between her and his job.
