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bright line

idiom

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


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  1. 01

    blur the line

    To minimize or erode the distinction between two things.

  2. 02

    bottom line

    The summary or result; the most important information.

  3. 03

    bottom of the line

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

  4. 04

    bright and early

    (Very) early in the morning.

  5. 05

    bright lights

    The glamour and glitz of a place, especially a big city.

  6. 06

    bright side

    A consoling aspect of a difficult situation.

  7. 07

    bright spark

    A person who is intelligent, clever or quick-witted.

  8. 08

    bright young thing

    One who is youthful, clever, eager, and high-spirited in manner and attractive in appearance.

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