toe the line
to do what is expected of one.
she decided to toe the line rather than disobey her parents.
to stay in order, be obedient.
origin: from the line in the house of commons which members must stay behind during session. “toe the line” is to conform to the rules.
synonyms:
mind one’s p’s and q’s
straight and narrow.
to behave according to strict rules. sometimes an order given, especially to a child.
somewhat archaic.
angry father: “you’d better toe the line this time, mister, or next time i catch you tattooing your sister’s name on shaved dogs you’ll be grounded for a month!”
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