keep in line English

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What does keep in line mean?

keep in line

— verb (= manipulate, control) 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

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manipulate

control

regiment

master

keep down

curb

check