in a line

ADJECTIVE

straight

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consecutive nonstop short smooth solid straightforward successive true

STRONG

beeline direct even horizontal invariable level perpendicular plumb right running square upright vertical

WEAK

collinear continuous erect in a row in line inflexible like an arrow lineal linear near precipitous rectilineal rectilinear sheer through unbent unbroken uncurled undeviating undistorted uninterrupted unrelieved unswerving

Antonyms

STRONGEST

broken incontinuous intermittent

STRONG

level uneven varying

WEAK

curved twisted

Example Sentences

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They stand in a line with arms intertwined and swing their heads back to expose their faces to the clouds.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

A celebrity’s ties to a property would create instant buzz—and served as a sure-fire tactic for luring in a line of prospective buyers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Later in the day, the bride, groom and guests drove in a line of cars to the Palace of Culture, known for hosting both ceremonial events and popular discos.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Pam Bondi is out as attorney general, the latest in a line of high-profile Trump administration women to be sacked in recent weeks.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

King asked everyone to kneel, and 1,500 marchers in a line stretching back almost a mile sank to their knees.

From "Because They Marched" by Russell Freedman

in a line

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