draw a line

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Verb draw a line has 1 sense

draw the line, draw a line - reasonably object (to) or set a limit (on); "I draw the line when it comes to lending money to friends!"
--₁ is one way to restrict, restrain, trammel, limit, bound, confine, throttle
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Term: draw a line

Description: The phrase "draw a line" is an idiomatic expression that can have various meanings depending on the context. It is generally used to describe the act of establishing a boundary or limit, either metaphorically in a conversation or physically by marking or creating a visible line. It can also refer to the action of sketching or creating a straight line using a pen, pencil, or other drawing tool.

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Idiom
Verb phrase
Noun phrase

Possible Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: To establish a boundary or limit.

Usage 1: In our negotiation, we need to draw a line and determine the maximum price we are willing to pay.
Usage 2: It's important to draw a line between personal and professional life to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Sense 2: To sketch or create a straight line using a drawing tool.

Usage 1: The artist used a ruler to draw a straight line on the canvas.
Usage 2: Please draw a line from point A to point B on the map to indicate the shortest route.

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