the herd

noun

: common people : people as a group
He always sticks with the herd and does what the others do.
I refuse to follow the herd.

Examples of the herd in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The reasons are the sheer size and majesty of these creatures along with their easily observable emotional displays and social interactions, especially if babies are part of the herd. Laurie Werner, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024 Here are the best spots to view the herd: Brynne and Robert Coletti Overlook, located on top of the Elephant Center. Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 1 Oct. 2024 The program is seeking help to pay for 160 bales of hay to sustain the herd at its northern location until the end of the summer. The Arizona Republic, 25 July 2024 These herds typically consist of related females and their offspring, as males leave the herd upon reaching puberty and may lead solitary lives or form small bachelor groups. David Faris, Newsweek, 10 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for the herd 

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“The herd.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20herd. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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