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Definition stampede in American English

stampede noun

[countable] noun
/ˌstæmˈpid/
1

a situation in which a group of people or animals all start to run in a very fast uncontrolled way because they are frightened or excited

Synonyms and related words
danger crisis emergency
2

a situation in which a lot of people all try to do something at the same time

Example

The news led to a stampede by investors trying to sell their stocks.

Synonyms and related words
panic rush dash
Example

the Calgary Stampede

Synonyms and related words
battle/war of nerves bye card
Definition stampede in American English