line up

Example Sentences

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Mazur thinks that China is "going to line up... quick wins" before the visit, which may include buying more US agricultural products or Boeing jets.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

It is not inconceivable Rew, Gay and McKinney all line up against the Proteas second string.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Verizon posted $34.4 billion on the top line, up 2.9% from a year before, while the FactSet consensus had called for $34.8 billion.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

The Lions get a player who can line up on either side, opposite Penei Sewell.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

“Tell you what, let’s have you five line up out in the hall. Ain’t exactly fair to the first volunteer to let the others watch.”

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston