a line

Example Sentences

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Many voters had hoped the election would draw a line under years of political chaos that has seen a string of presidents jailed, deposed and impeached.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

He then fetched a lifebuoy and repeatedly threw a line into the water, but none were able to grasp it.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

They stand in a line with arms intertwined and swing their heads back to expose their faces to the clouds.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Also gone is a line that says districts “shall be as compact in form as practicable,” so get ready to see more avant-garde shapes that belong in the Museum of Modern Art.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

“You should see her when there’s a line at Five Guys.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas