out of line
Example Sentences
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And when those incentives get out of line, I’m watching for that because it creates conflicts and then there should be opportunity right around the corner.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Was he out of line for giving modest gifts to this woman and her children?
From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026
And so he steps out of line to test his theory.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
That ratio isn’t out of line for the utility sector, however.
From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026
The young blond guard pulled me out of line and pushed me toward Mother.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
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