party line

• Die offizielle politische Linie oder Position einer politischen Partei, Organisation oder Gruppe, die von ihren Mitgliedern öffentlich unterstützt und befolgt werden muss. Umgangssprachlich auch ein Telefonanschluss, den sich mehrere Teilnehmer teilen.

The official policy or viewpoint of a political party, organization, or group that members are expected to follow or support publicly.

1. B2formal

   The official policy or opinion of a political party or organization, which members are expected to follow.

   Parteilinie

   • All members of the government must vote according to the party line.
   • He was criticized for deviating from the party line on tax reform.
   • The party line on immigration has become stricter.

2. Shared telephone lineB2formal

   A telephone line shared by two or more subscribers, historically common in rural areas.

   Gemeinschaftsanschluss

   • In the 1950s, many families had a party line with their neighbors.
   • You had to wait your turn to use the party line.
   • Party lines were phased out with the advent of private lines.