Definition
To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.
In Context
- "I can tolerate a lot, but they really crossed the line when they broke the equipment."
- "I don't even know her But I feel a responsibility to do what's upstanding and right It's kinda like a code, yeah And you've been getting closer and closer, and crossing so many lines"
- "Bring me margaritas, champagne and red wine / We're gonna have a party / Where we all cross the line"
- "Climate change protesters “crossed the line” between their right to protest and their responsibility towards the rest of the public when they caused huge tailbacks by blocking three key London roads on Monday, the policing minister, Kit Malthouse, has said."
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See Also
- cross a line