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keep in line

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Verb1.keep in line - control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage; "She manipulates her boss"; "She is a very controlling mother and doesn't let her children grow up"; "The teacher knew how to keep the class in line"; "she keeps in line"
control, manipulate
tease - to arouse hope, desire, or curiosity without satisfying them; "The advertisement is intended to tease the customers"; "She has a way of teasing men with her flirtatious behavior"
handle - show and train; "The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott"
ingratiate - gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts
interact - act together or towards others or with others; "He should interact more with his colleagues"


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Indeed, the Port Authority is aiming to bring in high-end new tenants such as Wholesale Foods and Target and existing tenants will be expected to gussy up to keep in line.
Bus terminal's retail revamp by Razzano, Tiffany / Real Estate Weekly
As immediate past president on the board, Phyllis will continue to keep in line our tabled motions, friendly and unfriendly amendments and frequent points of order.
Visions by Stewart, Paul B. / American Music Teacher
Our loan officers are aggressively seeking offering rates on the loan products to keep in line with the increased deposit rates.
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