The difference between Toe the line and Walk the line
When used as verbs, toe the line means to abide by the rules or conventions, whereas walk the line means to maintain an intermediate position between contrasting choices, opinions, etc.
check bellow for the other definitions of Toe the line and Walk the line
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Toe the line as a verb (idiomatic):
To abide by the rules or conventions.
Examples:
"Television shows these days do not always toe the line of decency and common sense."
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Toe the line as a verb (idiomatic):
To stand at one's mark before a footrace.
Examples:
"Alberto Salazar is one of the most famous athletes to have toed the line at this great race."
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Walk the line as a verb (idiomatic):
To maintain an intermediate position between contrasting choices, opinions, etc.
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Walk the line as a verb (idiomatic):
To behave in an authorized or socially accepted manner, especially as prescribed by law or morality; to exercise self-control.
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Walk the line as a verb:
To mark or secure a boundary by walking along it.
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Walk the line as a verb (idiomatic, US, education):
To participate in the procession at a graduation ceremony; to graduate.