massed ranks

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a large, dense formation of people, especially soldiers

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  • The massed ranks of soldiers marched in perfect synchronicity.
  • The massed ranks of protesters filled the square.
  • From the hill, they watched the massed ranks of the enemy approach.
  • Ahead of them, the massed ranks of the enemy army appeared on the horizon.
  • The general surveyed his massed ranks before giving the order to advance.
  • The choir's massed ranks delivered a powerful performance.
  • Despite the odds, the massed ranks of defenders held their ground.
  • We marvelled at the massed ranks of sunflowers turning towards the sun.
  • A cheer erupted from the massed ranks of supporters as their team scored.
  • Security forces faced the massed ranks of demonstrators blocking the road.
  • The dictator reviewed the massed ranks of his loyal guards.
  • The general surveyed the massed ranks of his soldiers before the battle.
  • The massed ranks of protesters filled the city square, demanding change.
  • During the ceremony, the massed ranks of graduates stood in solemn silence.
  • With their shields locked, the massed ranks formed an impenetrable wall.
  • Tourists gathered to witness the massed ranks of migrating birds.
  • He felt a surge of pride seeing the massed ranks of his army.
  • The company's annual report was supported by the massed ranks of its loyal employees.
  • The sight of the massed ranks was intimidating to any opposition.
  • From the balcony, he could see the massed ranks of spectators cheering below.