into line
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And we need to fall into line in “removing regulatory barriers that hinder U.S. technological and economic leadership while responsibly stewarding coastal resources.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
It added that the amendment would have "brought Northern Ireland into line with international human rights standards and ensured that children have the exact same legal protection from physical assault as adults".
From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026
In some cases, though, cuts look more like efforts to correct for past overhiring, or simply to come into line with industry norms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026
The divergences are exacerbated by the absence of a strong, present supreme leader to take the risk of tough decisions and bring factions into line, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 25, 2026
Barksdale’s Brigade, Mississippians, was passing him, moving into line.
From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara
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