as in to turn (on)
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mob
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As Reyna wheeled away in celebration, hands covering his ears, he was mobbed by teammates, substitutes and even Pochettino, who raced across the field to join in the moment.—
James Robson,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026 -
Now Reyna was being mobbed by his teammates—including Berhalter’s son, also a member of the squad.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
13 June 2026
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“Gang up (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gang%20up%20%28on%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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