Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stand-shoulder-to-shoulder

idiom
/ˈstænd ˈʃoʊldər tʊ ˈʃoʊldər/
Definition
To stand close together, often in support of each other or for a common purpose.
Examples
  • During the campaign, the volunteers stood shoulder-to-shoulder to raise awareness.
  • The community stood shoulder-to-shoulder in the face of adversity.
  • We need to stand shoulder-to-shoulder to tackle this challenge.
Meaning
The phrase means to work together in solidarity or to support one another.
Synonyms
  • united
  • together
  • in solidarity
  • side by side