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hard line
hard linen. A firm, uncompromising policy or position.
hard′-line′ adj.hard′-lin′er n.hard line n a. an uncompromising course or policy b. : hardline (as modifier): a hardline policy. ˌhardˈliner nhard′ line′
n. an uncompromising or unyielding stand, esp. in politics. hard′-line′ or hard′line`,
adj. adhering rigidly to a dogma, theory, or plan; uncompromising. [1960–65, Amer.] hard′-lin′er, n. Thesaurus| Noun | 1. | hard line - a firm and uncompromising stance or position; "the governor took a hard line on drugs"stance, posture, position - a rationalized mental attitude |
Translationshard line
hard line1. noun A strict and inflexible view of or position on something. I wouldn't come in late, if I were you—I hear the boss has a hard line on the attendance policy.2. adjective Describing such a view or position. In this usage, the phrase can be hyphenated or written as one word. I wouldn't come in late, if I were you—I hear the boss has a hard-line attendance policy.See also: hard, linehard lineA firm, uncompromising policy or position. For example, The President was taking a hard line on the budget. [c. 1960] See also: hard, linehard line
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