rally round
When friends, family, or a community all help someone who is going through a hard time.
Meanings
To gather to support someone in difficulty, offering help, comfort, or solidarity.
"When Jim lost his job, his friends all rallied round and helped him find new opportunities."
To unite in support of a shared cause or leader, especially under pressure.
"The Cabinet rallied round the Prime Minister as the crisis deepened."
Primarily British English. 'Rally round' is particularly common in community, family, and crisis contexts. Often implies both emotional support and practical help. Can be used without an object ('everyone rallied round') or with one ('they rallied round her').
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