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blur the line

idiom
Meaning

To minimize or erode the distinction between two things.


Examples
SIMPLE

Some modern phones blur the line between a camera and a computer.

CONTEXTUAL

Working from home often blurs the line between your professional duties and your personal life.

COMPLEX

The author uses a unique style that blurs the line between historical fact and fictional storytelling, leaving the reader to decide what is true.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    bottom line

    The summary or result; the most important information.

  2. 02

    bottom of the line

    The worst or lowest quality on the market, especially among a range of products.

  3. 03

    bright line

    A clear distinction in the context of a legal, moral, ethical, or analytical judgment.

  4. 04

    cross the line

    To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.

  5. 05

    draw a line

    To delimit a boundary or border.

  6. 06

    draw the line

    To set a boundary, rule, or limit, especially on what one will tolerate.

  7. 07

    drop someone a line

    To write and send (someone) a note or telegram.

  8. 08

    end of the line

    The final cessation or discontinuance of a process, institution, lineage, or person, especially one which has existed for a considerable period of time; death.

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