GOT ON LINE Meaning and
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"Got on line" is an idiomatic expression mainly used in American English, synonymous with "got in line" or "joined the queue." It refers to the action of physically positioning oneself in a line or queue of people waiting for a service or to be served, typically in a sequential and orderly manner. This phrase is commonly used in the context of waiting for or accessing services, such as purchasing tickets, making a purchase at a store, or waiting to board a bus, train, or airplane.
The term "line" refers to a sequence of people or objects arranged one after the other, forming a straight or nearly straight continuous series. When someone "gets on line," they typically stand or wait behind the person who arrived before them, creating a linear structure. By "getting on line," individuals are indicating their intent to respect the order already established and wait their turn accordingly.
The phrase "got on line" is commonly used in casual conversations and is regionally specific to some areas of the United States, particularly the Northeast. In other parts of the English-speaking world, the expression "got in line" or "joined the queue" is more commonly used to convey the same meaning.
Common Misspellings for GOT ON LINE
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