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Abreast

usgb/əˈbrest/Volume
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Physical AlignmentPlay
Describes a literal side-by-side position with none ahead or behind. SlideThe runners stayed abreast until the final sprint.
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Group MovementsPlay
Used when individuals or objects move together in a line without overlapping. SlideThe tour group walked two abreast down the narrow hallway.
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Spacing AwarenessPlay
Implies that sufficient space is needed when moving abreast. SlideThey could not ride their bikes abreast on the crowded street.