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chalk line

noun

Building Trades.
  1. a chalked string for making a straight line on a large surface, as a wall, by holding the string taut against the surface and snapping it to transfer the chalk.
  2. the line so made.


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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of chalk line1

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50
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There aren't chalk lines on a bare platform in America, but there are maps of red and blue, graphs of redlining and policy based inequity.

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The one tape measure is going to create the square line extending out from the chalk line.

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The Florida State League adds an additional restriction starting July 22, drawing chalk lines in a pie shape from second base to the outfield grass, prohibiting infielders from the marked area pre-pitch.

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When teammates drew a chalk line and got him water wings, Rodriguez happily posed for pictures.

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The Florida State League adds an additional restriction starting July 22 by drawing chalk lines in a pie shape from second base to the outfield grass, prohibiting infielders from the marked area pre-pitch.

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