Become part of; become a member of a group or organization, society etc. (without in/up): ‘I’m thinking of joining the Labor Party.’ ‘He left his job and joined the army.’
Join sb (WITHOUT with): ‘You two go ahead and I’ll join you later.’ ‘Won’t you join us for a drink?’
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