walking in straight lines

A form of walk in straight lines — To adhere to a plan, protocol, or train of thought without any deviation or distraction; to stick to the straight and narrow.

Meanings

verb
  1. gerundparticiplepresentpresent participle and gerund of walk in straight lines
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