hard line

/ˌhɑrd ˌˈlaɪn/
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Definitions of hard line
  1. noun
    a firm and uncompromising stance or position
    “the governor took a hard line on drugs”
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    type of:
    position, posture, stance
    a rationalized mental attitude
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