rally round the flag
To unite in order to support one's country, especially during a crisis or war.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Citizens rally round the flag when their country faces a crisis.”
“During the national emergency, the political parties put aside their differences to rally round the flag.”
“In times of profound geopolitical instability, leaders often appeal to national identity to encourage the populace to rally round the flag.”
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albatross round one's neck
Alternative form of albatross around one's neck.
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ask round
To enquire of several people.
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beat someone round the ears
To beat (a person) with blows about the head.
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bring round
To resuscitate; to cause to regain consciousness.
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flag down
Use a flag or similar kind of signal to get someone's attention.
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fly the flag
To support one's country enthusiastically.
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freak flag
Unconventional or unrestrained behavior; extreme, nonconformist views; the side of one's personality which harbors a tendency toward such behavior or such views.
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go round in circles
To repeatedly do the same thing without making any progress.
Last updated August 10, 2026