run lines
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When my parents run lines with me, they push on intention—delivering dialogue with authenticity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 4, 2025
Hiller’s co-star Mr. Hill, who played Fred Rococo on the show, would run lines for them.
From New York Times • Feb. 25, 2022
She also requested Himelstein’s presence on-set, and the two would run lines and do tongue twisters or consonant drills in James’ trailer while she was having her hair and makeup done.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2022
“We were able to knock down those barriers” and run lines into more buildings, Sonic’s CEO and co-founder, Dane Jasper, said in an interview.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 16, 2021
Around the whole of the open space run lines of simple columns, and above the opening swings an awning if the day is very hot.
From A Day in Old Athens; a Picture of Athenian Life by Davis, William Stearns