wrap in the flag
To claim as deserving support for patriotic reasons.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Politicians often wrap themselves in the flag to win more votes.”
“The candidate tried to wrap himself in the flag to distract voters from his poor economic record.”
“By choosing to wrap his controversial policies in the flag, the leader effectively silenced any criticism from his political opponents.”
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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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Hoover flag
An empty (penniless) pocket, turned inside out, showing that someone has no money (especially during the Great Depression.)
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raise the flag and see who salutes
To float an idea, (or otherwise do some action) to see what response or controversy (if any) it generates, usually as a preliminary step.
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rally round the flag
To unite in order to support one's country, especially during a crisis or war.
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red flag
Something that will enrage a particular person; a red rag.
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riddle wrapped in an enigma
Something very mysterious and hidden.
Last updated August 10, 2026