Draw The Line (Verb)
Meaning
Reasonably object (to) or set a limit (on); "I draw the line when it comes to lending money to friends!".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- I draw the line when it comes to telling white lies, no matter how well-intentioned they may be.
- She's always been generous with her time, but she draws the line at last-minute cancellations.
- He draws the line at using his personal credit card for business expenses, no matter the urgency.
- The professor drew the line at discussions that bordered on hate speech and incited violence.
- When it comes to participating in high-risk activities, my parents draw the line at skydiving and deep-sea diving.