Line Idioms
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Meaning: To follow rules or obey authority.
Example: The new recruits had to toe the line if they wanted to avoid punishment. Read more ➺
Meaning: To misbehave or act in a way that breaks rules or norms.
Example: The teacher warned that anyone who step out of line would be sent to the principal’s office. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to a point or stage during a process, timeline, or sequence of events.
Example: Somewhere along the line, we must have lost the original plan. Read more ➺
Meaning: the most important factor to take into account of something
Example: When the profit comes down, the bottom line is that this investment isn't worth the risk. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to highlight the fact that a person has been utterly deceived or fooled.
Example: I can't believe she fell for that prank hook, line, and sinker. Read more ➺
Meaning: send a brief letter.
Example: If you've got a few minutes to spare, you could always drop her a line. Read more ➺
Meaning: to go straight for something.
Example: The linebacker made a beeline for the quarterback when he saw an opening. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be at serious risk.
Example: Put your toes on the line and form up! Read more ➺
Meaning: behave in a way that is not acceptable
Example: This newspaper has crossed the line. This article is so offensive to so many people. Read more ➺
Meaning: not sticking to the rules
Example: I never thought they would be allowed to do their duties outside the lines. Read more ➺
