
Come to heel
Resistance Change
Used when someone resists authority then complies, often under pressure.
He didn't want to do his homework but came to heel when grounded.
Negative Connotation
May imply submission or losing one's will to resist.
Despite his arguments, John had to come to heel to keep his position.
Power Dynamics
Highlights a power struggle where one side eventually dominates.
The employees came to heel after the new policy was strictly enforced.