ditch in line
v.— «Students will not “ditch” in line, and will use a conversational tone in communication with other students and cafeteria employees.» —“Perrysburg High School Student Handbook” Perrysburg High School (Ohio) Sept. 1, 2004. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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