arm-in-arm
Definition
Adverb: - With arms linked: "arm-in-arm" describes two or more people walking or standing with their arms intertwined, typically as a sign of friendship, affection, or solidarity.
Usage Examples
- (Their arms were linked together as they strolled.)
- (They linked arms to demonstrate solidarity.)
Advanced Usage
- "to go arm-in-arm": to walk together with arms linked.
- The old friends went arm-in-arm through the park. (They walked with their arms intertwined.)
- "arm-in-arm with someone": in a state of close association or partnership.
- The two companies worked arm-in-arm to develop the new technology. (They collaborated closely, as if linked together.)
Variants and Related Words
- Arm (noun): the upper limb of the human body.
- He broke his arm in the accident. (The limb between the shoulder and hand.)
- Armful (noun): as much as one arm can hold.
- She carried an armful of books. (A quantity of books held in her arms.)
Synonyms
- Linked together: joined or connected.
- Interlocked: fitted or fastened together so as to be immovable.
- In tandem: alongside each other in a coordinated manner.
Related Idioms
- "to lock arms": to link arms with another person, often for support or unity.
- The team locked arms before the match. (They linked arms as a gesture of solidarity.)
- "to keep someone at arm's length": to maintain a safe distance from someone, emotionally or physically.
- She keeps her boss at arm's length to avoid conflict. (She maintains a cautious distance.)