battle line
noun
1
: a line along which a battle is fought
2
: a line defining the positions of opposing groups in a conflict or controversy
—usually used in plural
battle lines were drawn over economic policies
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Who knows where the Fantastic Four will land when the battle lines are drawn.
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Eliana Dockterman, Time, 26 Mar. 2025
Like it or not, the battle lines are being drawn, and the ultimate stakes — just how far into society federal coercion can extend — will not be limited to higher education.
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—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
And while this development, like so many other Trump executive actions, are undoubtedly headed to court, what is clear is that the battle lines are being drawn in workplaces across America, such as gas stations, construction sites, and grocery stores.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
Ukrainian leaders committed to the 30-day ceasefire, which would freeze the conflict along current battle lines, on Tuesday after holding talks with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia.
—USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025
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Eliana Dockterman, Time, 26 Mar. 2025
Like it or not, the battle lines are being drawn, and the ultimate stakes — just how far into society federal coercion can extend — will not be limited to higher education.
Follow me on Twitter.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
And while this development, like so many other Trump executive actions, are undoubtedly headed to court, what is clear is that the battle lines are being drawn in workplaces across America, such as gas stations, construction sites, and grocery stores.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
Ukrainian leaders committed to the 30-day ceasefire, which would freeze the conflict along current battle lines, on Tuesday after holding talks with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia.
—USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025
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“Battle line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/battle%20line. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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