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somewhere along the line

idiom
Meaning

At some point in a process or in a series of events; at some unspecified or unknown time; eventually.


Examples
SIMPLE

Somewhere along the line, I lost my keys.

CONTEXTUAL

We were friends for years, but somewhere along the line, we stopped talking to each other.

COMPLEX

Somewhere along the line, the original plan became too complicated, and the team decided to simplify their approach to meet the deadline.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  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 line

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

  5. 05

    cross the line

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

  6. 06

    draw a line

    To delimit a boundary or border.

  7. 07

    draw the line

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

  8. 08

    drop someone a line

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

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