be on the line

相關詞: line

成語

Definition

  1. C2

    to be in a dangerous or uncertain situation where loss or failure is possible.

    面临危险

    • His reputation is on the line in this business deal.

      他的声誉在这笔生意中岌岌可危。

    • Many educational programs are on the line due to budget cuts.

      许多教育项目因为预算削减而面临危机。

    • All of our funding is on the line if we don't finish this project on time.

      如果我们不能按时完成这个项目,所有的资金都将面临风险。