idiom · inextricably linked or involving many others together; derived from the literal image of pulling up a plant and having its roots follow

这起跨境诈骗案拔茅连茹，牵连了国内外的多个犯罪团伙。

idiom · to recommend or bring along a group of like-minded associates or friends when one person is selected, promoted, or invited

他在组建核心团队时拔茅连茹，引荐了许多当年的优秀校友。