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Any citizen who steps out of line risks the ire of an even dumber police force, riding around in cruisers that lift their design language from Ed Hardy clothing.

From Salon ● Sep. 6, 2026

Collins, had said Gamble's private comments were "out of line" but had no bearing on the decision-making process.

From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026

The final decision may disappoint you, but that does not mean your father acted out of line.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026

And when those incentives get out of line, I’m watching for that because it creates conflicts and then there should be opportunity right around the corner.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026

We stepped out of line with a dozen or so others and stared at the long gray front of Barracks 28.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom


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