ranks
ranks close ranks unite in order to defend common interests; the idea is of a body of soldiers coming closer together in a line when under attack.
rise through (or from) the ranks (of a private or a non-commissioned officer) receive a commission.
See also rank.
rise through (or from) the ranks (of a private or a non-commissioned officer) receive a commission.
See also rank.
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