lay down the law
Meaning
- To promulgate law.
- To present the law that applies to a given case.
- To authoritatively or dogmatically assert what is permitted or not permitted.
Synonyms
Translations
ein Machtwort sprechen
faire la loi
hacer valer su autoridad
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