LONG ARM OF THE LAW, THE Definition & Meaning

long arm of the law, the

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Idioms and Phrases

The far-reaching power of the authorities. For example, You'll never get away with leaving work early; the long arm of the law is bound to catch you . This expression began as Kings have long arms (or hands ) and was listed as a proverb in 1539. The current version, now often used lightly, was first recorded in 1908.

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But while he was musing on the long arm of the law, the rapid sounds of horse’s hoofs, sounding over the ragged turf of the heath, were heard, and a voice was presently raised, commanding the postboy to stop.

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