The term 'LAYS IT ON THE LINE' can be summarized by two crossword solutions: BETS (4 letters) and TALKSTURKEY (11 letters). BETS is an informal verb meaning to risk something ON the outcome of a game or other event. It is often used in the phrase 'to bet ON something, ' which means to take a chance that something will happen. TALKSTURKEY is an idiom meaning to speak frankly and honestly, without holding back. It is often used when someone is trying to be direct and clear about their feelings or opinions.