Has Crossed the Line?

If you say that someone has crossed the line or has stepped over the line, you mean that they have behaved in a way that is considered unacceptable. He has crossed the line, and it must stop.

Do not cross the line means?

to start behaving in an unacceptable way, for example by getting involved in something extreme or anti-social. The show's pretty outrageous, but I don't think it crosses the line.

What is stepping over the line?

to step over the line: to go past the limit, to be unreasonable.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.