Sign on the Dotted Line, To ✍️
Definition: To indicate one’s full acceptance of terms being offered. The dotted line in question is often used on official documents to indicate the place for one’s signature. The term dates from the early 1900s. P. G. Wodehouse used it in Indiscretions of Archie (1921): “He sang a few bars from ‘Rigoletto,’ and signed on the dotted line.”
Related and Similar Terms
- Put Your Name on It: Takes the same core meaning, involving acceptance and ownership of terms.
- Seal the Deal: Commit conclusively; often refers to closing a business transaction.
- Sign Your Life Away: Humorously conveys the gravity of committing to an agreement.
- Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down: Give approval or disapproval.
- Ink the Contract: Another way of saying to finalise an agreement with a signature.
Synonyms
- Agree
- Consent
- Commit
- Contract
Antonyms
- Reject
- Decline
- Disagree
Humor-Filled Quote
“Signing contracts is like eating sushi: work up an appetite, jump in carefully, and remember that sometimes the fine print contains wasabi!” — N. P. Handlewithcare
Suggested Literature
- Books:
- “The Art of the Deal” by Donald J. Trump and Tony Schwartz
- “The 48 Laws of Power” by Robert Greene
- Songs:
- “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)” by Stevie Wonder
- Movies:
- Jerry Maguire — “Show me the money!” aren’t just defining words, they’re the prelude to signing!
Proverbs
- “A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.” — Choosing to commit to what’s present and tangible.
Inspirational Thought
Signing on the dotted line isn’t just about acceptance; it’s about embracing opportunities and responsibilities with both hands. Your signature represents more than ink—it’s a testament to your courage and integrity.
Until next time, may the ink of your commitments narrate a symphony of success! 🌟
— A. L. Inkwell