strike tent

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Say, boys," began Handy, in a low tone of voice confidentially, "we move to-night, and I want you to strike tent, pack and get everything aboard without delay.

From A Pirate of Parts by Neville, Richard

It did not take us long to strike tent and hurry on board when the curtain fell on the last act.

From A Pirate of Parts by Neville, Richard

"No. Wait till the coast is clear—then strike tent and away."

From It Is Never Too Late to Mend by Reade, Charles