Used when referring to the act of waiting in a queue or line.
Literal Meaning
In a position along or within a line or boundary
Actual Meaning
Waiting in a queue (vs 'in line' elsewhere)
Examples in Context
'I was on line for an hour.' (Translation: I was waiting in line)
Helpful Tips
1NYC specific
2Sounds wrong elsewhere
3Not about internet
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