close ranks

成語所屬單字close

close ranks — 慣用語

1. When a group unites to protect itself, especially from criticism.

1.慣用語
釋義

團結一致;共同防衛

When a group unites to protect itself, especially from criticism.

例句

The team closed ranks after the coach was accused of cheating.

Politicians often close ranks when their party is under attack.