"hard line" meaning in English

See hard line in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Forms: hard lines [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} hard line (plural hard lines)
  1. A decided stance or policy on which one will not compromise. Synonyms: firm line
    Sense id: en-hard_line-en-noun-IciWGnmL Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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