locksteps
Perfectly matched paces
Locksteps is the plural of lockstep, a way of marching in very close formation so that each person's leg moves in unison with the one ahead.
The figurative sense dominates: to be in lockstep with someone is to match their actions or opinions exactly, often implying conformity without independent thought.
The senators voted in lockstep with their party leadership.
Aligning timing across systems
- uniformityState of being identical
- alignmentCorrect relative positioning
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
- complianceAdhering to requirements
obedience · regimentation · standardization · homogeneity · groupthink · unanimity · conformance · adherence
Rhythmic group walk
- formationCreation or arrangement
- drillHole-boring device
- cadenceRhythmic pulse or pattern
- platoonSmall infantry formation
infantry · parade · regiment · battalion · squad · troops · precision · maneuver
synchronization
Aligning timing across systems
- uniformityState of being identical
- alignmentCorrect relative positioning
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
compliance · obedience · regimentation · standardization · homogeneity · groupthink · unanimity · conformance · adherence · rigidity
march
Rhythmic group walk
platoon · infantry · parade · regiment · battalion · squad · troops · precision · maneuver · advance
synchronization
Aligning timing across systems
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
- routineRegular sequence of actions
- formationCreation or arrangement
footwork · sequence · rehearsal · precision · unison · timing · performance · dancers · ensemble · rhythm
lockstepsdisarray
Lack of order
chaos · disorder · free movement · asynchrony · disorganization
lockstepsindependence
Freedom from external control
autonomy · individualism · nonconformity · self-direction · dissent
lockstepsfree movement
Unrestricted ability to travel
wandering · roaming · meandering · strolling · ambling