ditch in line
v.— «Students are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner during lunch. Running, horseplay, and ditching in line are not permitted.» —“2005-2006 Student Handbook” Circleville High School (Ohio) Aug. 23, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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