hard lines

noun

, Chiefly British Slang.

1. bad luck; bad breaks (often used as an interjection).

hard lines

sentence substitute

1. informal.
   bad luck Alsohard cheese

Word History and Origins

Origin of hard lines¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

It will be a land of hard lines and harsh realities where loyalties and allegiances revolve around one man Donald Trump.

From Salon

Lawmakers have taken increasingly hard lines on China’s labor practices, intellectual property theft from foreign businesses and generous subsidies for factories that produce far more than Chinese consumers can buy.

From New York Times

England are back on the front foot and running hard lines at the blue wall.

From BBC

He said some senators have taken hard lines stances against sports betting or allowing casinos.

From Seattle Times

This one comes wrapped in a dappled, hazy light that blunts hard lines and brightens every face, so much so that characters sometimes look lit from within.

From New York Times