in line en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /ɪnˈlaːn/ Southern US, General South African, /aɪ̯/-ungliding
- /ɪnˈlɒ̈ɪ̯n/ (Australia)
- /ɪnˈlɑ̟ɪ̯n/ (Australia)
- /ɘnˈlɒ̈e̝n/ (New-Zealand)
- /ɪnˈlaɪ̯n/ (Canada, General-American, Received-Pronunciation)
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- /ɘnˈlɑ̟e̝n/ (New-Zealand)
Meanings
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(idiomatic) Suitable or appropriate; keeping with expectations, norms, ideals, or rules.
Shepard: The rest of the galaxy isn't just going to bow down just because we tell them to. We'll need the fleets to bring them in line.
2008, BioWare, Mass Effect (Science Fiction), Redwood City: Electronic Arts, →ISBN, →OCLC, PC, scene: Citadel:"[Plant] rescues are usually organized by local garden clubs, but before you grab your shovel and head for the door, check with local government agencies to make sure you're in line with regulations."
2006, "Garden Superheroes," Garden Gate, Jan/Feb 2006, Issue 67, p.45
- In a queue, waiting one's turn.
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Of three or more objects, positioned in a straight line.
Please stand in line for the pledge of allegiance.
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(idiomatic, not-comparable) Assuming a position in the future.
He's third in line to be president.
He's in line to be the fastest runner of all time.
He's in line to be the next champion.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more in line | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most in line | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |
Synonyms
congruous · conformable · in step · commensurate · idoneous · fitting · correct · sensible · suitable · apt · expedient · apposite · proportionate · conformant · in line · on line · tidy · appropriate · fitting · up to standard · right · compliant · compatible · consistent · gainand · likely · opportune · sortable · felicitous · apropos · congruent · allowable · commensurate · comely · fit · in step · in line · seemly · consistent · proper · fit for purpose · meet · uniform · decorous
Translations (7)
pl odpowiedni (appropriate to expectations) · ru соответствующий (appropriate to expectations) · hu összhangban (appropriate to expectations) · pl właściwy (appropriate to expectations) · fr en règle (appropriate to expectations) · es (tener/mantener) a raya (appropriate to expectations) · fi linjassa (appropriate to expectations)