close ranks in Italian
close ranks in Italian is fare quadrato, serrare i ranghi, serrare le fila.
close ranks in Italian
fare quadrato
(figuratively) To regroup forces, especially when this involves overlooking differences in order to face a challenge or adverse situation. Often implies making a show of unity, especially to the public.
serrare i ranghi
(figuratively) To regroup forces, especially when this involves overlooking differences in order to face a challenge or adverse situation. Often implies making a show of unity, especially to the public.
serrare le fila
(figuratively) To regroup forces, especially when this involves overlooking differences in order to face a challenge or adverse situation. Often implies making a show of unity, especially to the public.
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What is "close ranks" in Italian?
"close ranks" in Italian is fare quadrato, serrare i ranghi, serrare le fila.
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Yes — Italian has 3 translations listed for "close ranks": fare quadrato, serrare i ranghi, serrare le fila.
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