If you don’t have a leg to stand on, you can’t put your foot down.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means that if you don't have a strong argument or position, you can't make firm decisions or take a strong stance. It's telling you that you need to have a solid foundation before you can take a firm stand on something.
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