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.
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Evette has seen a noticeable boost in polling since the May 29 endorsement, which appears to have distinguished her from the rest of the herd.
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Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Jarvis notes that on her family's ranch, new animals are kept in a separate pen for several days before being introduced to the rest of the herd.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
The trio of newborns brings the herd to about 105 horses, which remains below the target population of 120 to 130.
—Mark Price
june 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
In 2024, the auction generated nearly $548,000, which the fire department uses to support itself, care for the herd, and assist other regional charities.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
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Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Jarvis notes that on her family's ranch, new animals are kept in a separate pen for several days before being introduced to the rest of the herd.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
The trio of newborns brings the herd to about 105 horses, which remains below the target population of 120 to 130.
—Mark Price
june 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
In 2024, the auction generated nearly $548,000, which the fire department uses to support itself, care for the herd, and assist other regional charities.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
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 14 Jun. 2026.
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