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keep in line meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of keep in line at MeaningMonkey.org. keep in line meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.KEEP IN LINE verb
Definition of keep in line (verb)
- control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage
- "She manipulates her boss"; "She is a very controlling mother and doesn't let her children grow up"; "The teacher knew how to keep the class in line"; "she keeps in line"
- synonyms: control, manipulate
Source: Princeton University Wordnet