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lay on the line
Language:
Meanings:
1.
general
informal
neutral
to speak frankly and directly, especially about a difficult or important matter
to present the facts or consequences plainly and unambiguously
2.
general
informal
neutral
to risk or stake something of value (such as reputation, career, or resources) in pursuit of an outcome
to place something at jeopardy by committing to a course of action
Examples:
EN:
For Christ's sakes, this is my fucking job you're asking me to lay on the line.
ES:
Me pides que arriesgue mi empleo.
EN:
- That's a lot to lay on the line.
ES:
- Eso es mucha pasta.
EN:
The question is... what are you willing to lay on the line?
ES:
La pregunta es... ¿qué está dispuesto a arriesgar?
ID:
Pertanyaannya adalah... apa yang akan kau pertaruhkan?
EN:
♪ To lay on the line.
ES:
⪠To lay on the line.
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