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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Now that this battle line is drawn, the stakes for higher education could not be higher.
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Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
State of play: As the drama unfolds, battle lines — and unlikely alliances — are being drawn among West Coast landmarks.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
But Thomas’ stunning domination in Boston established a new battle line in the wider culture war.
—Andy Rose, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
Recent army gains in central Sudan, retaking districts of the capital and other territory, come as the RSF has consolidated its control in the west, hardening battle lines and threatening to move the country towards a de facto partition.
—FOXNews.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
State of play: As the drama unfolds, battle lines — and unlikely alliances — are being drawn among West Coast landmarks.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
But Thomas’ stunning domination in Boston established a new battle line in the wider culture war.
—Andy Rose, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
Recent army gains in central Sudan, retaking districts of the capital and other territory, come as the RSF has consolidated its control in the west, hardening battle lines and threatening to move the country towards a de facto partition.
—FOXNews.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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“Battle line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/battle%20line. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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