circle up
To get together and stand or sit in a circle
Meanings
To gather together and form a circle, typically as a group activity or in response to a command
"The teacher asked all the children to circle up on the mat before story time."
Of wagons or vehicles: to arrange into a circular defensive formation
"The pioneers circled up the wagons for the night to protect themselves from attack."
Often used as a command or instruction, especially in educational, military, sports, or outdoor settings: 'Everyone circle up!' Common in American English outdoor education (e.g. scouts, team activities, camps). Also used for wagons forming a defensive circle in historical contexts. Gaining some use in business team-building contexts.
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