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UKthe (long) arm of the law
/ðə lˈɒŋ ˈɑːm ɒvðə lˈɔː/
/ðə lˈɑːŋ ˈɑːɹm ʌvðə lˈɔː/the (long) arm of the law
[PHRASE]1
used to refer to the ability of legal system and police to enforce justice and punish criminals
What is the origin of the idiom "the arm of the law" and when to use it?
The idiom "the arm of the law" likely emerged from the idea that the law reaches out like an arm to maintain order and administer justice. The phrase is often used to describe the actions and interventions of law enforcement agencies, such as police officers, in maintaining order, upholding laws, and apprehending criminals. It can be used in news reports, legal discussions, and conversations about crime and punishment.
Examples
1. The long arm of the law finally caught up with him 30 years later.
2. The long arm of the law It's not surprising that law enforcement had Leary on their radar.
3. Clearly someone is fleeing the long arm of the law.
4. Clearly someone fleeing the long arm of the law.
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