the poor stood in line for food : IN A QUEUE, in a row, in a file.
the adverts are in line with the editorial style : IN AGREEMENT, in accord, in accordance, in harmony, in step, in compliance.
in line with the bullseye : IN ALIGNMENT, aligned, level, at the same height; abreast, side by side.
the referee kept him in line : UNDER CONTROL, in order, in check.
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