The first line establishes the norm, often a line of between five and seven syllables.

The first line establishes a happy mood as it addresses the captain.

That depth was hard to believe, even after line and sinker had established it beyond argument.

The Iranian oil fields were secured and the line of supply to Russia established.

Then the line descending to G (motif c) establishes the key for the further improvisations.

His absence broke up any possible rhythm the line might have established.

It will also be a benchmark game to see whether the offensive line can establish itself as a consistent unit.

The demand far exceeds that for the hot line established by state regulators after the 1987 stock market crash.

These two international lines have established a precedent which can serve as a model for future developments.

The first line establishes the tone: "Midnight in the golem factory."