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cross the line

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cross the line
if someone crosses the line they start behaving in a way that is not socially acceptable. Players had crossed the line by attacking fans on the pitch.
See also: cross, line


cross the line
1. to change from being acceptable to being unacceptable. I thought the jokes crossed the line and were basically embarrassing.
2. to do something wrong. If you steal someone's idea, you have absolutely crossed the line.
See also: cross, line

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You can trim up to any extent, and be as free and easy as squaws in a wigwam, for this corner is set apart for you ladies and we never cross the line uncle is drawing until we ask leave.
 
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