Meaning of the word "on the line" in English
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on the line
US /ɑn ðə laɪn/
UK /ɑn ðə laɪn/
Idiom
1.
at risk; in a position where one might lose something important
Example:
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His reputation is on the line with this new project.
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Many jobs are on the line if the company fails.
2.
on the telephone
Example:
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I have Mr. Johnson on the line for you.
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Please hold, I have another call on the line.
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