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تعريف ومعنى "[come] to heel"

to come to heel
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to accept to obey someone

to [come] to heel definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "come to heel" and when to use it?

The idiom "come to heel" originates from dog training and the practice of teaching dogs to walk obediently by their owner's side. In dog training, the "heel" position refers to the dog walking close to the handler's left leg, with the handler's left hand holding the leash. The command "come to heel" is used to instruct the dog to return to this position. It can be used in personal relationships, such as a parent instructing a child to "come to heel" to reinforce discipline or obedience.

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In the military, soldiers are trained to come to heel and adhere to a strict chain of command.
The strict coach expected the players to come to heel and follow his instructions without question.
The authoritarian leader demanded that his followers come to heel and unquestioningly obey his orders.
The strict teacher expected her students to come to heel and maintain order in the classroom.
The rebellious teenager refused to come to heel and constantly challenged the authority figures in his life.
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