join the ranks (of something)

join the ranks (of something)

To become a part or member of a large group or organization. Hey, I heard you'll be joining the ranks at our office next month. Congratulations! Each year, more and more people join the ranks of those whose livelihoods were destroyed by the economic recession.
See also: join, rank
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • You’re the man!
  • You're the man!
  • blaze
  • blazes
  • blazing
  • it is the pace that kills
  • hay is for horses
  • be expecting
  • expecting
  • all power to your elbow