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Drum into

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Repetition EmphasisPlay
The phrase implies heavy repetition, similar to how a drumbeat is consistent and persistent. SlideThe coach drummed the strategies into the players until they could execute them perfectly.
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Authoritative TonePlay
'Drum into' often suggests an authority figure is doing the teaching. SlideThe sergeant drummed the importance of discipline into the new recruits.
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Mild FrustrationPlay
It might imply mild frustration at the need for such repetition. SlideI have to drum into him the importance of being punctual for our meetings.