Fine line Meaning in English
expression
释义
A very small or subtle difference between two things that are close in nature but not exactly the same.
用法与细微差别
Usually used metaphorically to talk about small differences in feelings, behaviors, or situations—like between "helping" and "controlling". Often heard as 'There's a fine line between X and Y.' It is a neutral phrase, common both in speech and writing.
例句
There is a fine line between confidence and arrogance.
basic
It's a fine line between helping and interfering.
basic
Teachers walk a fine line between being friendly and being too strict.
basic
It’s such a fine line—one joke and the mood could totally change.
natural
He tends to cross that fine line between being honest and being rude.
natural
There’s a fine line between taking a risk and making a reckless decision.
natural