GOOSE-STEP (TO) Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

goose-step (to)

verb

ˈgüs-ˌstep

Definition of goose-step (to)

as in to obey

to act according to the commands of the new president has everyone goose-stepping to her every whim lest they provoke her wrath

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For much of the nearly 40-minute journey, the driver appeared to stop at red lights and obey traffic laws, Sgt.

— Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
The prosecution’s witnesses included a gang expert who described Davis as the shot caller that younger gang members had to obey.

— Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026

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Carillo delivered a speech so rousing, witty and tender all at once that following her became something of an impossibility.

— Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Braden Montgomery singled and Colson Montgomery followed with the three-run home run, giving the Sox a 4-0 lead.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026

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