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Abreast

usgb/əˈbrest/Volume
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Physical Alignment

Describes a literal side-by-side position with none ahead or behind.

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The runners stayed abreast until the final sprint.
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Group Movements

Used when individuals or objects move together in a line without overlapping.

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The tour group walked two abreast down the narrow hallway.
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Spacing Awareness

Implies that sufficient space is needed when moving abreast.

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They could not ride their bikes abreast on the crowded street.
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