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East Coast US
Standing on line
Used when referring to the act of waiting for service or entry.
Literal Meaning
Standing in line
Actual Meaning
Waiting in queue
Examples in Context

We were standing on line at the concert, excited to get in and find our seats.

It's always a long wait when you're standing on line at the DMV.

I was standing on line for an hour just to get a bagel this morning.

Helpful Tips
  • 1If someone says they're 'standing on line,' they might be expressing frustration at the wait, so consider the tone of the conversation for cues.
  • 2People may use 'standing on line' rather than 'standing in line,' so it's helpful to listen for this variation in conversations.
  • 3This phrase is commonly used in informal settings on the East Coast, often in urban areas.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
waiting in queue
standing in line
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lining up
queueing
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