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Stampede

usgb/stæmˈpiːd/Volume
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Fear TriggeredPlay
A stampede is often triggered by fear or panic in a crowd or group of animals. SlideThe thunderstorm triggered a stampede of cattle.
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Large ScalePlay
It involves large numbers, not just a few individuals acting independently. SlideThe concert ended in a stampede as thousands rushed to the exits.