lockstep

A way of marching in which the marchers follow each other as closely as possible.

A standardized procedure that is closely, often mindlessly followed.

A step whereby the toe of one man is brought very close to the heel of the man in front.

Close connection, unison, rigid synchronization.

An inflexible, rigid or stifling pattern.

a standard procedure that is followed mindlessly

a manner of marching in file in which each person’s leg moves with and behind the corresponding leg of the person ahead