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keep in line

/kiːp ɪn laɪn/

Tradução: Manter alguém ou algo sob controle, disciplina ou dentro das regras; garantir que se comporte devidamente ou que siga o que foi determinado.

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/kiːp ɪn laɪn/B2informal
  • ptManter alguém ou algo sob controle, disciplina ou dentro das regras; garantir que se comporte devidamente ou que siga o que foi determinado.

To control, restrain, or maintain discipline over someone or something, ensuring they follow rules or behave properly.

  1. Maintain order or controlB2informal

    To ensure that someone behaves correctly or follows rules.

    ptManter na linha

    • The teacher had to keep the students in line during the assembly.
    • The manager keeps his team in line with strict deadlines.
    • Parents often struggle to keep their children in line.
  2. Stay within limitsB2informal

    To remain within acceptable boundaries or standards.

    ptManter-se dentro dos limites

    • The company must keep its spending in line with the budget.
    • He tries to keep his emotions in line during stressful situations.
    • The government aims to keep inflation in line with economic growth.