on the line

on the line
a) on a level with the eye of the spectator; said of a picture, as hung in an exhibition of pictures

the survival of the company is on the line with this project

b) at risk (dependent upon success) in a contest or enterprise

"I have a stalker, my life is on the line!" - Gabrielle, from Desperate Housewives Season 3 episode 13

2. adverb
a) Calling on the telephone

I have John on the line for you.

b) On one of the lines marked on a playing field or court.

The ball was on the line but the umpire ruled it out.


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