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 —
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The resolution passed 12-11 along party lines with Democrats supporting quick take.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025
The bill passed on strict party lines, by 101 to 45, at 5:30 p.m. after five hours of debate.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2025
The Republican House of Representatives passed President Trump’s sprawling bill of deep cuts in spending and taxes early Thursday by a 215-214 mostly party line vote.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 22 May 2025
Democrats immediately motioned to adjourn, but the vote failed on party lines.
—Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025
The bill passed on strict party lines, by 101 to 45, at 5:30 p.m. after five hours of debate.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2025
The Republican House of Representatives passed President Trump’s sprawling bill of deep cuts in spending and taxes early Thursday by a 215-214 mostly party line vote.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 22 May 2025
Democrats immediately motioned to adjourn, but the vote failed on party lines.
—Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
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“Party line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/party%20line. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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