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line in the sandA defining moment, a cutoff point.Rate it:

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draw a line in the sandTo lay down a challenge; to provide a test of commitment (often one which carries a high risk) to a cause.Rate it:

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draw a line in the sandTo create a real or artificial boundary or distinction between (two places, people or things).Rate it:

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draw a line in the sandTo indicate the threshold or level above which something will become unacceptable or will provoke a response; to create a boundary and imply or declare that its crossing will provoke a (negative) response.Rate it:

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pound sandTo engage in a futile activity.Rate it:

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bring sand to the beachto take something that is plentiful at the destination, such as a date to a party with plenty of mixed company.Rate it:

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head-in-the-sandExhibiting disregard or denial of a problem or threat.Rate it:

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"a grain of sand is only noticed inside the shoe."ShoeRate it:

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build on sandTo put something in an unstable position by failing to give it a secure foundation.Rate it:

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bury one's head in the sandTo deliberately ignore the reality of a situation; to pretend a problem does not exist.Rate it:

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Bury Your Head in the SandTo hide from facts and current situations, to ignore the critical situation or danger as if you don’t see itRate it:

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jemandem Sand in die Augen streuento pull the wool over someone's eyesRate it:

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put one's head in the sandSynonym of bury one's head in the sandRate it:

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quick sandThe kind of sand that when you step in it, you sink. The more you move, the faster you sink. It can be deadly.Rate it:

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sand downTo treat or polish with sandpaper.Rate it:

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stick one's head in the sandSynonym of bury one's head in the sandRate it:

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cut the lineThe willful entering of a queue of persons or vehicles waiting, for a service, anywhere other than the rear -usually to the objection of those already assembledRate it:

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fine lineA difference, albeit vague and difficult to discern.Rate it:

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firing lineA row of shootersRate it:

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hook line and sinkercompletelyRate it:

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in lineSuitable or appropriate; keeping with expectations, norms, ideals, or rules.Rate it:

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cross the lineTo cross the equator, as a vessel at sea.Rate it:

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double vertical lineThe typographical character ‖; a symbol composed of two closely spaced line-height vertical lines.Rate it:

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drop a lineTalk stuff say your words put somebody downRate it:

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hold the lineTo stop a conversation to think about, or reply to someone.Rate it:

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line upTo agree or correspond.Rate it:

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out of lineInappropriate or unsuitable, especially by reason of being unmannerly or indelicate.Rate it:

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bright-line ruleA clearly defined rule or standard, composed of objective factors, which leaves little or no room for varying interpretation.Rate it:

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lay on the lineTo state strongly, clearly, and accurately.Rate it:

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bright lineA clear distinction in the context of a legal or moral judgment.Rate it:

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bright-line ruleA clear-cut, easy to make decision.Rate it:

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lead the lineTo play as centre forward.Rate it:

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assembly linemass production systemRate it:

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Bottom LineThe end results, hard fact or the ultimate deduction of any event, cause, argument or situationRate it:

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bottom lineThe summary or result; the most important information; the upshot; the net-net.Rate it:

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bottom lineThe final balance; the amount of money or profit left after everything has been tallied.Rate it:

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bottom of the lineThe worst, the most lackluster, or lowest quality currently on the market, especially among selections in a product line.Rate it:

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bright-line ruleA clearly defined rule or standard, comprised of objective factors, which leaves little or no room for varying interpretation.Rate it:

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bright-line ruleA clear-cut, easy to make a decision.Rate it:

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clothing lineA collection of apparel designed for a target audience and sold in retail locations and/or online stores.Rate it:

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cross the lineTo overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.Rate it:

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double vertical lineUsed other than as an idiom: see double, vertical, line.Rate it:

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down the lineFurther along, in terms of time or progress.Rate it:

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draw a lineTo delimit a boundary or border.Rate it:

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draw the lineTo set a boundary, rule, or limit, especially on what one will tolerate.Rate it:

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Draw the Line AtTo decide a definite perimeter, particularly regarding behaviorRate it:

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drop a lineA note or telegram.Rate it:

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drop a lineOn the telephone.Rate it:

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drop somebody a lineTo write, call or visit somebody.Rate it:

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drop someone a lineWrite and send (someone) a note or telegram.Rate it:

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