to draw the line
01
to define a limit concerning what action or thing one refuses to do or tolerate
Idiom
Informal
例
After numerous disagreements, they decided to draw a line and stop discussing politics to maintain their friendship.
02
to make a clear distinction between two things, particularly two ideas, that are closely related
IdiomInformal例
While it's crucial to encourage creativity, we must also draw a line to ensure adherence to ethical guidelines in the field of scientific research.
