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Definition put your foot down in British English

put your foot down phrase

phrase
1

to refuse very firmly to do or accept something

Example

Things can't carry on like this; you'll have to put your foot down.

Synonyms and related words
turn down ignore dismiss
2

to drive much faster

Example

I got onto the motorway and really put my foot down.

Synonyms and related words
speed up accelerate quicken
Definition put your foot down in British English