Idioms and Phrases used in an editorial "Arrest and Liberty: On the ED’s Actions"

Idioms and Phrases used in an editorial "Arrest and Liberty: On the ED’s Actions"

1.Graver footing

• Explanation: A more serious or critical situation.
• Example Sentence: Social and economic offenses stand on a graver footing due to their widespread impact.

2. Bring to bear

• Explanation: To apply or utilize.
• Example Sentence: The agency must bring to bear all available resources to tackle money laundering.

3. Means of livelihood

• Explanation: The way someone earns money to support themselves.
• Example Sentence: Money laundering is often the means of livelihood for criminals.

4. In the spotlight

• Explanation: Receiving a great deal of public attention.
• Example Sentence: The ED’s actions have been in the spotlight following recent high-profile arrests.

5. Come under scrutiny

• Explanation: To be carefully examined or investigated.
• Example Sentence: The enforcement agency’s methods have come under scrutiny for potential overreach.

6. Stand the test of time

• Explanation: To remain effective or respected over a long period.
• Example Sentence: The new legal provisions will need to stand the test of time.

7.  In the crosshairs

• Explanation: Targeted for criticism or attack.
• Example Sentence: The ED has found itself in the crosshairs of civil liberties groups.

8.  Set a precedent

• Explanation: To establish a decision or action that serves as an example for future situations.
• Example Sentence: The court’s ruling sets a precedent for how similar cases will be handled.

9.Walk a fine line

• Explanation: To balance carefully between two opposing options.
• Example Sentence: The government must walk a fine line between enforcing laws and respecting freedoms.

10. Taken aback

• Explanation: Surprised or shocked.
• Example Sentence: Many were taken aback by the court’s strong endorsement of the ED’s powers.

11.Point of contention

• Explanation: A topic that causes disagreement or debate.
• Example Sentence: The amendments to the PMLA have been a major point of contention.

12. Bear the brunt

• Explanation: To suffer the worst part of something.
• Example Sentence: Small businesses often bear the brunt of stringent regulatory measures.

13. Fall through the cracks

• Explanation: To be overlooked or neglected.
• Example Sentence: It's crucial that no legitimate concerns fall through the cracks in the judicial process.

14. At odds with

• Explanation: In conflict or disagreement with.
• Example Sentence: The ED’s aggressive actions are sometimes at odds with individual liberties.

15. Cast a shadow

• Explanation: To cause doubt or concern about something.
• Example Sentence: Recent actions by the ED cast a shadow over its commitment to due process.

16. Strike a balance

• Explanation: To find a compromise between two conflicting things.
• Example Sentence: The government needs to strike a balance between enforcing the law and protecting individual rights.

17. In the wake of

• Explanation: Following an event or as a consequence of something.
• Example Sentence: In the wake of the Supreme Court's ruling, there are concerns about potential misuse of power.

18. Call for

• Explanation: To demand or request something.
• Example Sentence: The editorial calls for greater transparency in the ED's operations.

19. Face the brunt

• Explanation: To bear the worst part of something.
• Example Sentence: Several individuals face the brunt of stringent laws under the PMLA.

20. Raise concerns

• Explanation: To express worries or issues about something.
• Example Sentence: The editorial raises concerns about the impact on personal liberty.

21. Onus on

• Explanation: Responsibility or duty to do something.
• Example Sentence: The onus is on the government to ensure that laws are not misused.

22.  Took on record

• Explanation: Officially acknowledged or noted.
• Example Sentence: The Supreme Court took on record India's commitments to international conventions.

23.  Stem the tide

• Explanation: To stop something from increasing or continuing.
• Example Sentence: New laws aim to stem the tide of money laundering activities.

24. Bring to light

• Explanation: To reveal or disclose something.
• Example Sentence: The editorial brings to light the need for a transparent enforcement process.

25.  Caught in the crossfire

• Explanation: To be unintentionally affected by a conflict or dispute.
• Example Sentence: Many innocent people can be caught in the crossfire of stringent anti-money laundering laws.