back in (one's) box
back in (one's) box
Returned to a position in which one attracts less notice or attention. If the boss reprimands him, it should put him back in his box, finally.
See also: back, box
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
back in your box
no longer conspicuous or calling attention to yourself; returned to a low profile. informal 2002 Sunday Herald Since the invasion of Kuwait, Saddam Hussein has been put back in his box and has hardly stirred against the West.
See also: back, box
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- back in your box
- too many cooks spoil the broth
- too many cooks spoil the soup
- too many cooks spoil the stew
- center of attraction
- center of attraction, the
- attraction
- a free hand
- boss man
- boss lady