to unite and support each other when facing opposition
объединиться и поддерживать друг друга при столкновении с оппозицией
"The employees closed ranks after the company came under criticism."
"Сотрудники закрыли ряды после того, как компания подверглась критике."
to create a situation where one has limited options
to shape one’s own destiny or path in life
to make something more interesting or lively
to have a fondness or affection for something or someone
to be as close as family members
to gain access to a computer or system
