In line with something

prepositional phrase

Having the same direction, goals, or principles as something or someone else.

Our actions are in line with our company's mission.
Visual representation of "in line with something" - Having the same direction, goals, or principles as something or someone else

Often appears as...

  • in line with expectations
  • in line with regulations
prepositional phrase

The same as what was predicted or expected.

The results were in line with our expectations.
Visual representation of "in line with something" - The same as what was predicted or expected

Often appears as...

  • in line with forecasts
  • in line with estimates
prepositional phrase

According to a set of rules or standards.

We must operate in line with the law and ethical guidelines.
Visual representation of "in line with something" - According to a set of rules or standards

Often appears as...

  • in line with compliance
  • in line with regulations

Usage tips

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Academic

prepositional phrase

Having the same direction, goals, or principles as something or someone else.

Our actions are in line with our company's mission.
Visual representation of "in line with something" - Having the same direction, goals, or principles as something or someone else

Often appears as...

  • in line with expectations
  • in line with regulations
prepositional phrase

The same as what was predicted or expected.

The results were in line with our expectations.
Visual representation of "in line with something" - The same as what was predicted or expected

Often appears as...

  • in line with forecasts
  • in line with estimates
prepositional phrase

According to a set of rules or standards.

We must operate in line with the law and ethical guidelines.
Visual representation of "in line with something" - According to a set of rules or standards

Often appears as...

  • in line with compliance
  • in line with regulations

Usage tips

Formal

Academic

Definition 1 of 3
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Corporate Alignment

Used to emphasize adherence to company values and goals in corporate communication.

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Our new product launch is in line with our commitment to sustainability.
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Unified Direction

Suggests coordinated effort or direction in teamwork or group objectives.

Illustration for Unified Direction
The team's strategy must be in line with our overall goal to succeed.
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Consistency Emphasis

Expresses the idea of being consistent with previously established ideas or plans.

Illustration for Consistency Emphasis
His approach is in line with the methods we've used in the past.
Visual representation of the word "In line with something"

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