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Idiom: Break Ranks

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To march or charge out of the designated order in a military unit.

To publicly disagree with one's own group or organization.

Example Sentences

1
The political party warned its members not to break ranks during the vote.
2
Despite the pressure, the loyal team members refused to break ranks.
3
The athletes trained hard and were determined not to break ranks during the race.
4
The students were asked to stay in line and not break ranks during the field trip.
5
In times of crisis, it is important for a community to come together and not break ranks.

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