over the line
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Father and son will be in the lab soon, refining a still-developing game, and trying to get a U.S. man over the line.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 14, 2026
Alistair, who was in third at the time, propped Jonny up for the final 700m and helped him over the line.
From BBC β Sep. 4, 2026
With the signings of French full-back Dayann Methalie from Toulouse and Antwerp midfielder Jules Ahoka over the line, the obvious position Sunderland still need to fill is right wing.
From BBC β Aug. 25, 2026
Getting the deal over the line has not been easy for Chelsea, who were initially told by Rayo Vallecano that they would not sell Chavarria unless his release clause, now worth £42.4m, was met.
From BBC β Aug. 12, 2026
With the last of his strength, Louie threw himself over the line.
From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand
