sticks in a bundle cannot be broken

A form of sticks in a bundle are unbreakable — A group of people who are cooperating can succeed in a situation where an individual person cannot.

Meanings

proverb
  1. alternativeAlternative form of sticks in a bundle are unbreakable.

Synonyms & antonyms

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APA

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MLA

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Chicago

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