Draw a line under something

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verb phrase

To finish or decide to stop dealing with something.

Now that the project is over, let's draw a line under it and move on.
Visual representation of "draw a line under something" - To finish or decide to stop dealing with something

Often appears as...

  • draw a line under the past
  • draw a line under a relationship
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Completion Sense

Indicates finality, showing that one will no longer focus on or return to a subject.

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After passing her exams, she drew a line under years of study.
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Forward Movement

Suggests moving forward by not dwelling on the past or a finished task.

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We resolved the issue, so let's draw a line under it and focus on the future.
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Emotional Release

Used emotionally to express letting go of past grievances or hardships.

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He apologized and she decided to draw a line under their previous quarrels.
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