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stampede

/stæmˈpiːd/
B1 Β· Intermediateβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜†
noun

Simple Meaning

a sudden rush of many animals or people running in the same direction.

When to Use

πŸ“°News & MediaπŸ’¬Daily Conversation
Intermediate β€” can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

β€œThere was a stampede when the doors opened for the sale.”

β€œThe loud noise caused a stampede of cattle across the field.”

β–ΆFull Definition

A sudden, frenzied rush of a large group of animals or people, often causing panic.

β€œThe loud noise caused a stampede of cattle across the open field.”

Related Words

Synonyms:
rushchargepanic
Antonyms:
tricklestandstill
Word Family:
stampedesstampededstampeding

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