Formations
Ranks and formations are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Ranks" instead a noun "Formations".
Ranks
Formations and ranks are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Formations" instead a noun "Ranks".
Both words in one sentence
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Cannon canister shots can mow down the entire first ranks of infantry or cavalry formations when they are close enough.
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While spear/pike infantry are still very effective against cavalry, especially when using their special formations, they must have unbroken, properly braced formations with deep enough ranks when receiving a charge, or they'll be flattened anyway even if it's from the front.
Source: Video Game / Total War: Rome II -
In the battle before the gates of Mordor, the heavily outnumbered and surrounded Army of the West break ranks and charge into the enemy, whereas in the book they hold their formations on higher ground and let the enemy come to them.
Source: Hollywood Tactics
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