Up the Rebels

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Heard in Cork

A proud exclamation of support for Cork city or county, often used in response to any positive news or victory.

In use

You've just won a Haribo Hamper." Reply: "Up the Rebels.

Posh English

'You have just won a Haribo hamper.' 'Up the Rebels!'

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