How is the phrase marcar las normas translated from Spanish to English

English translation
Lay down the law
phrase

Decir con firmeza qué reglas o conductas hay que cumplir.

To state firmly what rules or behavior must be followed.

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  • Hoy el jefe marcó las normas sobre la asistencia. The manager laid down the law about attendance today.

  • ¿Puedes marcar las normas sobre los plazos del proyecto? Can you lay down the law regarding project deadlines?

  • Tenemos que marcar las normas antes de que empiece la reunión. We need to lay down the law before the meeting starts.

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