abreast
Translation
side by side, up to date
Examples
The two runners ran abreast of each other.
The two runners ran abreast of each other.
It's important to keep abreast of the latest news.
It's important to keep abreast of the latest news.
Grammar Patterns
((of sb./sth.)) side by side and facing the same way The two runners ran abreast of each other.
((of sth.)) up to date with the latest news, ideas, or information It's important to keep abreast of the latest news.
Similar Words
Synonyms: alongside, level with; Antonyms: behind, ahead
Etymology
From the prefix 'a-' (meaning 'on') and 'breast'. The original sense is 'on the breast', meaning side-by-side.
Memory Tips
Imagine two people walking with their breasts aligned, side by side. For the second meaning, think of staying 'on the breast' of new information.