hard line

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noun
  1. an uncompromising or unyielding stand, especially in politics.

Origin of hard line

1
First recorded in 1965–70

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Other definitions for hard-line (2 of 2)

hard-line

or hard·line

[ hahrd-lahyn ]

adjective
  1. adhering rigidly to a dogma, theory, or plan; uncompromising or unyielding: hard-line union demands.

Origin of hard-line

2
An Americanism dating back to 1960–65

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British Dictionary definitions for hard line

hard line

noun
    • an uncompromising course or policy

    • hardline (as modifier): a hardline policy

Derived forms of hard line

  • hardliner, noun

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Other Idioms and Phrases with hard line

hard line

A firm, uncompromising policy or position. For example, The President was taking a hard line on the budget. [c. 1960]

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