It means exactly the same thing as "They say something like this". "along these lines" is a metaphor meaning "similar to this"
How do you say along the lines?
synonyms for along these lines
- so.
- hence.
- thusly.
- as follows.
- in kind.
- in such a way.
- in this fashion.
- in this way.
Is along the right lines?
In or close to the manner that is most correct or able to achieve the desired result. After being rooted in the traditions of the past, the company has finally started thinking along the right lines in terms of modern consumer behaviors and expectations.
