Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to sign on the dotted line
idiom
/tə saɪn ɒn ðə ˈdɒtɪd laɪn/
Definition
To agree to a contract or formal document by providing a signature in the designated area.
Examples
- Before you start the job, make sure you read the contract carefully and sign on the dotted line.
- He was hesitant to sign on the dotted line until he understood all the terms.
- Once she decided to sign on the dotted line, there was no turning back.
Meaning
This phrase implies committing to a binding agreement, often in the context of legal or official transactions.
Synonyms
- Agree to terms
- Contract
- Commit
