between the lines
Example Sentences
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The litany of complaints continues, though, and reading between the lines, it’s clear the root of the men’s fury is rejection.
From Slate • May 26, 2026
“Michael” is bizarre because everything left unsaid still lingers between the lines, sandwiched between the formidable melodies of his greatest hits, like toxic ooze leaking out from the middle of two slices of Wonderbread.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026
He spoke to Foden on the touchline with the playmaker stationed between the lines, centrally, which opened up space out wide.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
He is interested in whatever nonverbal reaction you have between the lines.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026
First, there is the implication, floating between the lines of the entire Report, that an authoritative new presence has appeared on the scene and taken charge.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
