round up

Example Sentences

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Mr. Weidensaul’s well-timed effort to round up good news shows that there is indeed hope for endangered birds across the planet—and that saving them also saves the world.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

It makes little sense to round up and deport those who haven’t committed crimes and are gainfully employed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

A core of Minneapolis activists is playing a high-stakes game of cat and mouse with the federal agents deployed in force to the midwestern city to round up undocumented immigrants.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

Federal officials plan to round up wild horses roaming the Eastern Sierra, citing hazards and damage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

There’s yelling out in the street as the sheriff continues to round up folks, and I turn toward the door.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland