Fall out of line or into disorder; also, fail to conform or deviate from the expected position.
Examples:
- Harry was told to adhere to the party platform and not break ranks.
Origin: figurative use from mid-1800s; from military line formation
Fall out of line or into disorder; also, fail to conform or deviate from the expected position.
Examples:
Origin: figurative use from mid-1800s; from military line formation