Whip (someone) in line

Translation of "whip (someone) in line" into Russian

держать (кого-то) в узде

The manager had to whip the new team members in line before the project started.

Менеджеру пришлось держать новых участников команды в узде перед началом проекта.

To force someone to behave properly or follow rules, often through strict discipline or authority.