toe the line
February 14, 2012
toe the line – to do what you are ordered or expected to do.
Not everyone was happy with the plan, but most of us toed the line.
Usage notes: sometimes used with a noun describing whose orders are being followed:
They promised to toe the party line and vote with the leadership.
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