in-line
Americanadjective
adjective
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denoting a linked sequence of manufacturing processes
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denoting an internal-combustion engine having its cylinders arranged in a line
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Also, in line with . In conformity or agreement; within ordinary or proper limits. For example, The new policy was intended to keep prices in line with their competitors , or It's up to the supervisor to keep the nurses in line . Also see fall in line .
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Also, on line . Waiting behind others in a row or queue. For example, The children stood in line for their lunches , or There were at least 50 persons on line for opera tickets .
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in line for . Next in order for, as in He is next in line for the presidency . All of these terms employ line in the sense of “an orderly row or series of persons or objects,” a usage dating from the 1500s.
Etymology
Origin of in-line
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Despite in-line revenue and a profit beat for 4Q, investors are likely disappointed by the absence of a first dividend, the analysts say.
“An in-line PPI number tomorrow seems neutral or favorable for the economy and markets,” writes Mike Bailey, director of research at FBB Capital Partners.
From Barron's
Snowflake also climbed despite an in-line sales outlook, finishing the day up more than 2%.
The in-line profit report follows recent disclosure in a production update last month, RBC says.
For the current quarter, Align expects revenue of $1.01 billion to $1.03 billion, in-line at the midpoint with the $1.02 billion that analysts had predicted.
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