toe the line
verb
- 1
To abide by the rules or conventions.
“Television shows these days do not always toe the line of decency and common sense.”
- 2
To stand at one's mark before a footrace.
“Alberto Salazar is one of the most famous athletes to have toed the line at this great race.”
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