lockstep

lock·step

a way of marching in such close file that the corresponding legs of the marchers must keep step precisely
a condition or relationship in which one rigidly conforms to the actions of another: interest rates in lockstep with inflation

inflexibly conforming or conformist: lockstep adherence to party ideology

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lockstep

noun

A way of marching in which the marchers follow each other as closely as possible.
A standardized procedure that is closely, often mindlessly followed.

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Noun

(usually uncountable, plural locksteps)

(military) A step whereby the toe of one man is brought very close to the heel of the man in front.
(figuratively) Close connection, unison, rigid synchronization.
An inflexible, rigid or stifling pattern.

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From lock + step.

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