fall into line

Frequency: 6.668.1 per million words

To start to conform or agree.

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Examples (10)

  • The actions of investors do not always fall into line with financial theory.
  • After much discussion, the rebellious team finally decided to fall into line with the new company policy.
  • The new regulations will force many small businesses to fall into line with stricter environmental standards.
  • It took some time, but eventually, all the dissenting voices began to fall into line with the majority opinion.
  • The children were told to fall into line and prepare for the assembly.
  • If global emissions don't fall into line soon, the climate crisis will worsen rapidly.
  • Management hopes that all departments will fall into line and adopt the new software system by next month.
  • Despite initial objections, the neighboring countries had to fall into line with the international trade agreements.
  • She always expects everyone to fall into line with her suggestions without question.
  • The government announced measures to make sure local councils fall into line with national guidelines.