join the ranks of somethingjoin the ranks of (something)
to become part of a large group.
Thousands of young people join the ranks of the unemployed each summer when they leave school.
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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.