Stepping out of line usually leads to negative outcomes like punishment or disapproval.

Expect Consequences

Whether intentional or not, 'stepping out of line' implies someone didn't follow the expected behavior.

Intention Matters

Challenging authority might be seen as brave or disrespectful, depending on the culture and situation.

Questioning authority can lead to positive changes if done respectfully and in the right context.

Literally stepping away from a line of people, often temporarily and for a reason.

After stepping out of a physical line, people can often go back to their original place.