GANG UP (ON) Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

gang up (on)

verb

Definition of gang up (on)

as in to turn (on)

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mob

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Joveljic celebrated his goal by jumping into the stands at Sporting Park before being mobbed by teammates.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
The winning goal prompted a raucous celebration from the outnumbered Spain fans inside MetLife Stadium and the entire Spanish bench, which mobbed the striker near the corner flag.

— Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026

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