In a row

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Happening several times, one after the other without interruption.

He won three games in a row.
Visual representation of "in a row" - Happening several times, one after the other without interruption.

Often appears as...

  • games in a row
  • days in a row
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Frequency Emphasis

Use 'in a row' to stress the repetition of an action without breaks, emphasizing its frequency or consistency.

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She called my name five times in a row.
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Success Streak

When describing consecutive successes, 'in a row' highlights an unbroken chain of achievements or victories.

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The team won five matches in a row.
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Negative Patterns

'In a row' can also be used to express a series of negative events, bringing attention to unfortunate consistency.

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He's been late to work three times in a row.
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