cross the line
Speech parts
1. cross the line - Verb
2. cross the line - Phrase
Meaning
(idiomatic) To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.
Synonyms: go too far, overstep the mark
I can tolerate a lot, but they really crossed the line when they broke the equipment.
To finish a race.
Synonym: go all the way
Antonym: fall at the last hurdle
To achieve completion of something.
Synonym: go all the way
Antonym: fall at the last hurdle
To cross the equator, as a vessel at sea.
(cinematography) 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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Examples
Being the first to cross the finish line makes you a winner in only one phase of life. It's what you do after you cross the line that really counts.
The chequered flag is really just a stupid wooden stick and a piece of cloth. It's a small thing, but it means so much when you cross the line at moments like that. It was unbelievable.
I was quite emotional when I finished my lap, but had to wait for other drivers to cross the line to hear whether I'd actually done it. It feels very special, but I acknowledge that the old master, Nigel Mansell, took his 14 poles from only 16 races.
I don't care what the rivalry is, what the circumstance is, what the standings are, you are not allowed to cross the line in this game and their pitcher crossed it twice. It was pretty clear.
I think it's good that people value their bodies and take care of them. I think if you cross the line and begin using your body as an asset or as an extension of your vanity, you've gone too far.