get around the table

get (someone) around the table

To gather people together for some purpose. If we could just get both parties around the table, I'm confident we could reach an agreement.
See also: around, get, table
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

get someone around the table

Fig. to collect people together for discussion or bargaining. We have to get every one around the table on this matter. If I can get them around the table, I'm sure I can make them agree.
See also: around, get, table
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • get (someone) around the table
  • crowd around
  • crowd around (someone or something)
  • flock around
  • flock around (someone or something)
  • collect around
  • collect around (someone or something)
  • collected
  • find way around
  • around (one's) ears
References in periodicals archive
Cllr Liam Robinson, chairman of the transport committee that oversees Merseytravel, called on both parties to get around the table and bring the dispute to an early end.
Revealed: How much Merseyrail strikes are costing local council taxpayers; With more strike days expected, the cumulative bill facing council taxpayers is set to get bigger
"We remain available to talk at any time and urge management to get around the table so we can have a negotiated settlement."
Staff at glass firm to strike; Anger over longer working hours