out of line
Example Sentences
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And so he steps out of line to test his theory.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
“Pick ‘em out of line starting today, and maybe the lines will get shorter,” he said.
From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026
Depreciation rates are out of line with reality.
From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026
Then, if someone stepped out of line, they were held accountable by the other players.
From BBC • Dec. 9, 2025
She put her hand on my shoulder and took me out of line.
From "Bud, Not Buddy" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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