lineup
Americannoun
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a particular order or disposition of persons or things as arranged or drawn up for action, inspection, etc.
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the persons or things themselves.
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(in police investigations) a group of persons, including suspects in a crime, lined up to allow inspection and possible identification by the victim or victims of that crime.
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Sports. the list of the participating players in a game together with their positions.
to announce the starting lineup of a game.
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an organization of people, companies, etc., for some common purpose.
a lineup of support for the new tax bill.
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an overall schedule of programs, events, activities, etc..
the fall lineup of TV programs.
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a list of products or services offered by a manufacturer or organization.
Does the company's lineup of new cars this year include a convertible?
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Etymology
Origin of lineup
1885–90, noun use of verb phrase line up
Example Sentences
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In April he joined the comedy lineup on SiriusXM with his own channel, featuring a weekly talk show, “The Sebastian Maniscalco Show,” and curated clips from other stand-up acts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
The event also doubled as a cultural celebration, featuring performances from an all-star lineup that included Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend and Common.
From Salon • Jun. 21, 2026
Today’s Dodgers have plenty of swat in their lineup, ranking behind only the Yankees in home runs so far as they chase a third straight World Series ring.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
All living US ex-presidents -- with the notable absence of current White House occupant Donald Trump -- joined a star-studded lineup Thursday for the opening of Barack Obama's presidential center in Chicago.
From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026
The day after the SHU extractions, CO Konoval showed his videotape in the minutes before lineup.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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