
Break step
Military Origin
Originally used in military contexts where precise movements and uniformity are important.

The sergeant was displeased when the recruit broke step during the drill.
Metaphor for Unity
Often serves as a metaphor for staying in line with others' actions or thoughts in any group.

At the meeting, everyone was in agreement until Mariah broke step and voiced her disagreement.
Visible Disruption
Use when the action of breaking step is visibly noticeable within a group or process.

The dance routine went smoothly until one dancer broke step, disrupting the flow.
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