join forces

Idioms  

1. Act together, combine efforts. For example, The public relations people joined forces to get better coverage for their candidates. This expression originally referred to combining military forces. [Mid-1500s]

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Example Sentences

They have joined forces to highlight the dangers of "one-punch" attacks and the benefits of what is known as restorative justice.

From BBC

In November, he announced a partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation, joining forces to encourage young people to engage in and learn more about philanthropy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Black people and white nationalists, however, have joined forces in the past.

From Salon

He accused Bondi and officials of being in violation of the law requiring the release of the files, and has joined forces with Democratic Representative Ro Khanna to push for greater transparency.

From BBC

This included a community cast of 90 Bradford residents aged from eight to 76 who joined forces with dancers, musicians and choirs.

From BBC

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