ganging up (on)

present participle of gang up (on)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ganging up (on)
setting on
Verb
  • Simply use the defrost setting on your microwave, reading through your manufacturer's instructions before starting to adjust based on the weight of the bird.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
  • Behind her, the sun is setting on the horizon behind the ocean.
    Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
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“Ganging up (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ganging%20up%20%28on%29. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.

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