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Region: General | Usage example: Remote work has blurred the lines between home and office.

Blur the lines

Meaning

Make distinctions less clear.

Usage

Used when boundaries become vague.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Visual metaphor describing indistinct boundaries.

Used in cultural commentary with the rise of technology.