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out of line |
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out of line (with something) 1. Lit. not properly lined up in a line of things. I told you not to get out of line. Now, get back in line. One of those books on the shelf is out of line with the others. Please fix it. 2. Fig. beyond certain set or assumed limits. Your bid on this project is completely out of line with our expectations. The cost of this meal is out of line with what other restaurants charge. Your asking price is quite out ofline! 3. Fig. [of something said or behavior] improper. I'm afraid that your behavior was quite out of line. I do not wish to speak further about this matter. Bill, that remark was out of line. Please be more respectful. Your request is out of line. out of line completely unacceptable Some members of Congress said the decision to send in troops was completely out of line. She's trying to sell the house for about $250,000, but that price is way out of line for this part of town. Usage notes: often used with get and step: When a student steps out of line, someone should do something about it. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A little later the regiment was ordered out of line to relieve the congested front, and through some misplay in the game of battle was not again under fire. As the women caught the young they fell out of line and returned to their respective chariots, while those who fell into the hands of the young men were later turned over to some of the women. |
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