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marching

[ˈmɑːrtʃɪŋ]

marching Definition

  • 1walking steadily and rhythmically forward in step with others
  • 2proceeding or acting with regularity, discipline, and purpose

Using marching: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "marching" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The soldiers were marching in formation.

  • Example

    The protesters were marching through the streets.

  • Example

    The band was marching down Main Street.

marching Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with marching

  • marching orders

    instructions or orders to begin or continue a task or mission

    Example

    The team received their marching orders from the coach before the game.

  • to do things in one's own way, regardless of what others think or do

    Example

    She always marched to the beat of her own drum, never following the crowd.

  • to continue moving forward, especially in the face of adversity or obstacles

    Example

    Despite the setbacks, we must march on towards our goal.

Origins of marching

from Old French 'marchier', meaning 'to walk'

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Summary: marching in Brief

The verb 'marching' [ˈmɑːrtʃɪŋ] refers to walking steadily and rhythmically forward in step with others, often with a sense of regularity, discipline, and purpose. It can describe soldiers, protesters, or bands, as in 'The soldiers were marching in formation.' The phrase 'marching orders' denotes instructions or orders to begin or continue a task or mission, while 'march on' means to continue moving forward despite obstacles.

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