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Meaning of 'Walk the line'

What does the saying 'Walk the line' mean?

Idiom: Walk the line

Meaning:

If you walk the line, you control your behaviour to fit social rules and norms.

Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used Contributor: Richard Flynn All idioms have been editorially reviewed. Submitted idioms may have been edited for correctness and completeness. « Previous: Walk the green mile Next: Walk the plank »

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