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Many of the fishing boats involved in the December and January massing events were likely part of China's maritime militia, some experts said.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

One day in December, Nat notices gulls, crows, starlings and wrens massing menacingly overhead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025

A Home Depot in Paramount became a flash point after border patrol agents began massing there early on June 7.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2025

Between 10,000 and 12,000 tourists used to visit the Trevi Fountain each day, but a new queuing system has been installed to prevent large crowds massing near the landmark.

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2024

Both Riverrun and easterly Rock had called their banners, and armies were massing in the pass below the Golden Tooth.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin