lineup
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Definition
A lineup is a group of people or things arranged in a line or order, commonly used for a sports team’s list of players, a list of performers or events, or people standing in a row.
Usage & Nuances
'Lineup' is often used for sports teams (starting players), music and entertainment events (scheduled acts), or police identification (a group of suspects). It can mean a literal line of people or a figurative list. In everyday speech, context tells which meaning applies.
Example Sentences
The detective asked her to look at the lineup and identify the suspect.
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This year’s movie lineup is even better than last year’s.
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We waited in a long lineup outside the club.
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The coach announced the starting lineup for the game.
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There was a lineup of people waiting to buy tickets.
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The festival’s lineup includes many famous bands.
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