band together

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band together

The neighbors band together to clean up the local park.

Definition
  1. Verb (intransitive):
    • To unite or form a group with others for a common purpose or mutual support. It implies a voluntary coming together, often to increase strength or effectiveness.
Usage
  • This verb is used to describe the action of people or smaller groups uniting into a larger, more cohesive unit.
  • It is typically followed by an adverb or a prepositional phrase (e.g., ), but can also stand alone.
  • It often carries a connotation of solidarity in the face of a shared challenge or goal.
Examples
  • The small businesses banded together to negotiate better prices with suppliers.
  • Residents banded together to clean up the park after the storm.
  • We must band together if we want to make a real difference.
Advanced Usage
  • "to band together against a common enemy": To unite specifically to oppose a shared threat.
    • Historically, rival tribes would band together against a common enemy.
  • "to band together in solidarity": To unite as an expression of mutual support, often in a protest or strike.
    • Workers from all departments banded together in solidarity during the strike.
Variants and Related Words
  • Band (noun): A group of people who have a common interest or purpose. (e.g., )
  • Band (verb): As a standalone verb, it is less common but can mean to mark with stripes or, archaically, to bind. The phrase "band together" is the primary modern usage for uniting.
Synonyms
  • Unite: To come or bring together for a common purpose or action.
  • Join forces: To combine efforts or resources.
  • Team up: To form a team or partnership.
  • Cooperate: To work jointly toward the same end.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Team up: Similar to "band together" but can imply a smaller, often temporary partnership for a specific task.
    • The two companies teamed up to develop the new software.
  • Gang up (on): To unite someone, often with a negative connotation of bullying or unfair opposition.
    • It's not fair for everyone to gang up on one person.
Related Idioms
  • "Strength in numbers": This idiom expresses the core idea behind "banding together"—that a group is stronger and more effective than individuals.
    • They believe in strength in numbers, so they are encouraging everyone to band together.
band together

The neighbors band together to clean up the local park.

Verb
  1. form a group or unite
    • The groups banded together

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