lead the line
To play as centre forward.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The new striker will lead the line in today's match.”
“Because our main forward is injured, the coach asked the young player to lead the line for the rest of the season.”
“Tasked with the pressure of leading the line, the veteran captain displayed remarkable composure while searching for the winning goal in the final minutes.”
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all roads lead to Rome
Different paths can take one to the same goal.
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blur the line
To minimize or erode the distinction between two things.
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bottom line
The summary or result; the most important information.
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bottom of the line
The worst or lowest quality on the market, especially among a range of products.
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bright line
A clear distinction in the context of a legal, moral, ethical, or analytical judgment.
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clear one's lines
To clear the ball away from a dangerous position.
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cross the line
To overstep a boundary, rule, or limit; to go too far or do something unacceptable.
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draw a line
To delimit a boundary or border.
Last updated August 10, 2026