Grammar fix
draw the line
draw the line
To decide and clearly state the point beyond which you will not accept something.
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
I do not mind helping occasionally, but I draw the line at doing everyone's work.
I am happy to share food with my family, but I draw the line at people taking things from my plate without asking.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: I draw the line on being shouted at.
Say: I draw the line at being shouted at.
Use 'at' in this expression, not 'on'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Show what you will and won't accept
How firmDefiningFirm cutoff
set limitsMake clear how much behaviour or activity is allowed.set boundariesDefine acceptable treatment, demands, or involvement in your life.
draw the lineYou're here · State the point beyond which you refuse to accept something.