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out of line

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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see out of, line.

Other meanings

2. phrase

Inappropriate or unsuitable, especially by reason of being unmannerly or indelicate.

3. phrase

Disobedient; not following orders or order.

4. phrase

Not in a line; straggly.

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