cross the line

Definitions

1. 1

   To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit

   To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.

   • 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
2. 2

   To finish a race.

3. 3

   To achieve completion of something.

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   1. 4

      To cross the equator, as a vessel at sea.

   2. 5

      To film from the opposite side of an imaginary axis on set in order to view the actors…

      To film from the opposite side of an imaginary axis on set in order to view the actors from the opposite direction.

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