Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bang-the-drum-for-something-or-someone

idiom
/bæŋ ðə drʌm fɔːr ˈsʌmθɪŋ ɔːr ˈsʌmwʌn/
Definition
To advocate or speak enthusiastically in favor of something or someone.
Examples
  • The environmentalist groups are banging the drum for renewable energy solutions.
  • After hearing her speech, I felt inspired to bang the drum for social justice issues.
  • The coach is always banging the drum for his team’s new training regimen.
Meaning
The phrase means to passionately support or promote an idea, cause, or person, often in a public manner.
Synonyms
  • advocate for
  • champion
  • promote
  • support
  • campaign for