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Thousands of Chinese fishing boats have been massing in geometric formations in the East China Sea, in coordinated actions that experts believe are part of Beijing's preparations for a potential regional crisis or conflict.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Migrants have been massing in Mexico near various parts of the border with the United States - many of them unsure about when, or how, to cross.

From Reuters • May 11, 2023

The changes were welcomed by some, particularly leaders in cities where migrants have been massing.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 8, 2023

President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Thursday in a 50-minute phone call about the rising tensions between the two countries over Ukraine, where Russian troops have been massing near the border.

From Washington Times • Dec. 30, 2021

They have been massing their men for days.

From Harley Greenoak's Charge by Mitford, Bertram