party line

noun

Synonyms of party line next

: the policy or practice of a political party

: a single telephone circuit connecting two or more subscribers with the exchange

called also party wire

: the principles or policies of an individual or organization

also : the explanation or interpretation usually put forth

the party line that her mother was a saint —

Leslie Bennetts

party-liner

ˌpär-tē-ˈlī-nər

noun

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This growing support cuts across party lines, with 78% of Democrats and 68% of Republicans in favor. —

Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Nov. 2024 Progressive governance: Walz is known for supporting progressive policies, but he is also seen as pragmatic, working across party lines when necessary. —

Shaun Chornonroff, Baltimore Sun, 3 Nov. 2024 The results did, however, indicate Republican voters could be crossing party lines to vote for Harris. —

Chris Morris, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024 This worry crossed party lines, with similar levels of concern reported among both Republicans and Democrats. —

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