实用英语：如何要一个人服从命令？

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　　今日短语


　　如果当某人被告知要 toe the line 那么就是要他服从命令，遵守规定。


　　例句


　　Although Mark disagreed with his manager about some things, he decided to toe the line because he wanted a promotion.


　　If you want to get good grades you need to toe the line and do what your lecturer says.


　　请注意


　　另一个短语 to step on someone's toes 的意思是触及他人权利范围，管别人的事。


　　例句


　　I don't mean to step on your toes as I know this is your project, but we really need to move it forward today. Can I give you some help?


　　You realise you’ll be stepping on her toes if you order the cake. It’s her wedding and she wants to do everything.


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