adjective #adverb #Idioms #English #esl

in step {adv.} or {adj. phr.}

1. With the left or right foot stepping at the same time as another's or to the beat of music; in matching strides with another person or persons.

The long line of soldiers marched all in step: Left, right! Left, right!

Johnny marched behind the band in step to the music.

1. In agreement; abreast. — Often followed by "with".

Mary wanted to stay in step with her friends and have a doll too.

Contrast: OUT OF STEP. Categories: adjective adverb foot music time