battle line
Example Sentences
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"This is coming like a tsunami and we are the first people on the battle line," said Sherry Brown, a background actor.
From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026
The orcas, having identified their target, form a battle line and start charging toward the floe.
From National Geographic • Sep. 13, 2023
The new canal is expected to push the battle line west - just how far depends on energy prices, canal tolls, infrastructure investments, economic growth and other variables.
From Reuters • May 5, 2016
The case reveals yet another battle line for law enforcement and digital privacy advocates over encryption, this time on an Apple computer, not an iPhone.
From New York Times • May 5, 2016
Marselen felt they would be better placed at either end of the main battle line, where they could beat back any attempt by the foe to turn their flanks.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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