Meaning of the word "read my lips" in English

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read my lips

US /riːd maɪ lɪps/
UK /riːd maɪ lɪps/
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Idiom

1.

used to emphasize that what one is saying is important and should be clearly understood, often implying no room for negotiation or misunderstanding

Example:
I am not buying you a new toy. Now, read my lips: NO.
We are leaving at 8 AM sharp, read my lips, no exceptions!
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