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yardarm to yardarm

idiom
Meaning

Very close to each other.

Examples
SIMPLE

The two ships sailed yardarm to yardarm.

CONTEXTUAL

During the crowded festival, the people were packed yardarm to yardarm in the narrow street.

COMPLEX

The two rival vessels engaged in a fierce battle, maneuvering yardarm to yardarm as the sailors fought for control of the deck.

Anchors to
Related idioms2entries
  1. 01

    yardarm it

    To begin to drink alcohol once it is late enough in the day.

  2. 02

    yardarm to

    Very close to, very nearby.

Last updated April 17, 2026