Workplace
Circle the wagons
When a team needs to band together during difficulties
Literal Meaning
To arrange a group of wagons in a circular formation typically for protection or defense.
Actual Meaning
Unite as a team to handle a crisis or defend against criticism
Examples in Context

Director: 'Time to circle the wagons.' (Translation: We need to unite and handle this together)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Crisis mode activation
  • 2Team solidarity needed
  • 3External threat implied
Phrase Thesaurus
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