Meaning of a fine line in English:
a fine line
Translate a fine line into Spanish
phrase
A subtle distinction between two concepts or situations.
‘ there's a fine line between humour and inappropriateness’- ‘he was treading a fine line and it wouldn't be too long before he finally overstepped the mark’
- ‘In Riyadh, the absolute monarchy of Saudi Arabia walks a fine line to maintain power.’
- ‘Each of them knows he walks a fine line.’
- ‘In the Social Security debate, Democrats are walking a fine line.’
- ‘In promoting free trade, Mr Bush walks a fine line.’
- ‘He told Olson he had to tread a fine line of neutrality.’
- ‘Critics say the airport must walk a fine line in its quest for revenue.’
- ‘Educators at public schools near polygamous communities walk a fine line to encourage children from plural marriages to attend school.’
- ‘Ward is careful to walk a fine line in describing the weekend.’
- ‘They are treading a fine line, risking bookings over mundane issues like throw-ins.’
- ‘The police walk a fine line on the gang issue.’
Are You Learning English? Here Are Our Top English Tips