closed ranks

phrase

past tense of close ranks

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for closed ranks
pulled together
Phrase
  • Like the Olay musical, Ramp has pulled together a slew of theatrical talent.
    Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The result feels effortlessly pulled together without losing the look’s relaxed edge.
    Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 24 Aug. 2026
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“Closed ranks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closed%20ranks. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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