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Crossing the line

Idiom International

Meaning

To go beyond acceptable or proper boundaries.

Example Sentences

"The diplomat was criticized for crossing the line in his comments about the host country."

Related Expressions

break up

to end a romantic relationship

trailblaze

to be the first to do something or lead the way

the show must go on

to continue despite difficulties

hammer out

to reach an agreement after thorough discussion

It never rains but it pours

When bad things happen, they happen all at once.

slip through the cracks

to be overlooked or missed in a system or process