Again he paid out the line and counted the knots.

Hugh paid out the line as far as it would go, opening the wing all the way.

When all was ready, he paid out the line, jigging the hook back and forth to attract the attention of the fish.

The boatswain paid out the line and made fast.

He paid out the line of the picto-recorder and lowered it into the hole.

But he'd have to hurry if he meant to say something; Fraser was already paying out the line to make a practice cast or two.

Seating himself, his feet braced against the deck, Hugh began to pay out the line slowly.

Sardonyx paid out the line so Hamaan could follow them up.

Ahmed's mates on the bank shouted encouragement as they paid out the line.

The reel is used for storing, getting back and paying out the line.