Pronunciation: /ˈhjuːmən tʃeɪn/
noun a symbol of unity, solidarity, or cooperation among individuals
A1 During the emergency drill, the students formed a human chain to pass buckets of water.
A2 The volunteers created a human chain to rescue the stranded hikers from the mountain.
B1 The protestors linked arms and formed a human chain to block the entrance to the building.
B2 In times of crisis, communities often come together to form a human chain to support each other.
C1 The human chain extended for miles as people joined hands to show solidarity for the cause.
C2 The human chain was a powerful symbol of unity and strength in the face of adversity.
formal The rescue team formed a human chain to pull the stranded hiker to safety.
informal We all linked arms and made a human chain to pass the buckets of water down the line.
slang Let's create a human chain to pass the snacks at the party.
figurative The community formed a human chain of support around the grieving family.
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