loop-line

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Noun 1. loop-line - a railway branch line that branches from the trunk line and then rejoins it later on

branch line, spur track, spur - a railway line connected to a trunk line

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Rail replacement buses bringing passengers across the river from Birkenhead Central, while the loop-line track renewal works continue, were also diverted through the Birkenhead Tunnel, as police dealt with the problem.

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Today passengers at Newcastle Central Station queuing for the North Tyneside loop-line in what year?

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Also under scrutiny was the recently replaced loop-line track beneath the streets of Liverpool city centre.

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