in droves

idiom

: in large quantities
People came in droves to hear her sing.

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Tourists were certainly flocking to Japan in droves last year. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2025 Each year, the Maasai Mara draws visitors in droves to enjoy its polished hotels and opulent ecolodges, and for those in search of upscale accommodations that provide a fascinating perspective on the region, Mara Toto Tree Camp is the perfect spot. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025 Once the episode aired, people in droves started sending her the clip. Daisy Jones, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024 The tour also brought the pop star closer to millions of fans, who came out in droves with friendship bracelets and homemade costumes — two of which the Kelce brothers reacted to on New Heights. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for in droves 

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“In droves.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20droves. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.

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