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lockstep

[ lok-step ]

noun

  1. a way of marching in very close file, in which the leg of each person moves with and closely behind the corresponding leg of the person ahead.
  2. a rigidly inflexible pattern or process.


adjective

  1. rigidly inflexible:

    a lockstep educational curriculum.

lockstep

/ ˈɒˌɛ /

noun

  1. a method of marching in step such that the men follow one another as closely as possible
  2. a standard procedure that is closely, often mindlessly, followed
  3. in lockstep with
    progressing at exactly the same speed and in the same direction as other people or things, esp as a matter of course rather than by choice
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of lockstep1

First recorded in 1795–1805; lock 1 + step
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However, their lockstep allegiance has shown some signs of fraying.

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By combining assets that don’t move in lockstep, the overall risk of the portfolio can be reduced even as returns remain strong.

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“I am committed to steering this organization in lockstep with this Administration to enhance efficiency and foster innovation,” Sonderling said in an agency press statement.

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And from that point on, we were in lockstep and walking together on this journey.

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Californians may remain progressive in their politics but should look to elect at least some officials who aren’t in lockstep with the ruling party and will hold others in power accountable.

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