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Difference between Out of line and Out of one’s line

out of line

1. set at an angle or placed off-center:

  • If you don’t replace those parts, the wheels will get out of line, causing excessive tire wear.

2. (of smb.’s behavior, etc.) uncommon; unacceptable:

  • I thought your behavior at the meeting was a bit out of line.

Note: The expression does not correlate in meaning with the phrase off line—(of computers) not connected to the Internet:

  • Working off-line, complete the information requested within the application form and return via e-mail.

out of one’s line —(also: not in one’s line) said of smth. unsuited to one’s capacity, taste, or interests:

  • Versification is out of my line, else I should have had a try at it.