main line
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Rupireddy called Late Stage’s main line dozens of times, but he said no one answered.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
A government source said the upgrade would "rocket boost connectivity on every main line train in Britain over the next few years, tackling both slow speeds and irritating not-spots".
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
The service was established by Congress as the main line of defense for children who are exploited online.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 22, 2024
Land near Handsacre will still be protected, which is where a connection will be built linking HS2 to the main line, on which HS2 trains will now travel on to Manchester using conventional tracks.
From BBC ● Jan. 24, 2024
It was the main line from Venice to Trieste, with a high solid embankment, a solid roadbed and double track.
From "A Farewell To Arms" by Ernest Hemingway
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