closed ranks

phrase

past tense of close ranks

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for closed ranks
pulled together
Phrase
  • Keep scrolling to find styles that deliver breathable comfort while looking pulled together for all kinds of sunny-day plans.
    Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
  • If those don't match your vibe, America's Test Kitchen has pulled together potluck recipes from every state.
    Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 4 July 2026
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“Closed ranks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closed%20ranks. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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