C1idiompoliticsIELTS-friendly
toe the line
USUK
to obey the rules or follow the official opinion, even if you disagree
In politics, often 'toe the party line'. Native speakers sometimes misspell it as 'tow the line'.
In context
Ministers who did not toe the line were removed from the government.
New employees usually toe the line until they understand how the company works.
More idioms about politics
- a grey areaa situation where the rules are unclear, so nobody is sure what is allowed
- a U-turna complete change of plan or policy, especially by a government
- against the lawnot allowed by the law; illegal
- behind barsin prison
- pay lip service to somethingto say you support something without doing anything to help it