Definition
A strict set of rules, or great scrutiny or oversight which limit one's freedom of action.
In Context
- "The employee was put on probation after her latest mistakes and given a short leash."
- "Their supervisors keep the workers on a short leash."
- "That's Don Pianta's daughter, Francesca. She's head-over-heels for Frankie. Seems like she's got Frankie on a pretty short leash, but... Hey they're happy, right?"
See Also
- give 'em enough rope