party line
noun
1
: the policy or practice of a political party
2
: a single telephone circuit connecting two or more subscribers with the exchange
called also party wire
3
: the principles or policies of an individual or organization
also
: the explanation or interpretation usually put forth
the party line that her mother was a saint —
Leslie Bennetts
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The vote to approve Miran’s nomination passed 48-47, along party lines, with Democrats expressing concern about the appointment impacting the central bank’s independence.
—Siladitya Ray, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Criticism of Kennedy's actions has spread across party lines.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
Numerous politicians and public figures across party lines are now making urgent appeals for civility and respectful discourse.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
Johnson can only afford to lose three GOP votes and still pass the bill along party lines, though many Democrats are expected to vote in favor of the legislation, and the small majority won’t make much of a difference.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 10 Sep. 2025
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Siladitya Ray, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Criticism of Kennedy's actions has spread across party lines.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
Numerous politicians and public figures across party lines are now making urgent appeals for civility and respectful discourse.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
Johnson can only afford to lose three GOP votes and still pass the bill along party lines, though many Democrats are expected to vote in favor of the legislation, and the small majority won’t make much of a difference.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 10 Sep. 2025
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“Party line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/party%20line. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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