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In single file Meaning in English

expression

ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈsɪŋɡəɫ/ /ˈfaɪɫ
in SING-guhl FILE
ˈɪn/ /sˈɪŋɡəl/ /faɪl
in SING-guhl FILE

释义

When people or things move or stand in a line, one behind another, not side by side.

用法与细微差别

Neutral/formal; often used for groups walking in narrow spaces or following a leader: 'walk in single file', 'stand in single file'. Not for side-by-side lines. Common in instructions and descriptions.

例句

The children walked in single file to the classroom.

basic

Please line up in single file before entering the museum.

basic

We walked in single file down the narrow path.

basic

The hikers moved in single file to avoid getting lost in the forest.

natural

If we walk in single file, we can all fit on the sidewalk.

natural

The soldiers marched in single file across the bridge at night.

natural