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pack mentality

American  
[pak men-tal-i-tee] / ˈpæk mɛnˈtæl ɪ ti /

noun

  • pack mentalities
    plural
  1. the tendency of a group to act on a collective impulse, without individual group members thinking for themselves or making deliberate choices; herd mentality.


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Nelson, who has missed the 2023 season through injury, points to the importance of Asher-Smith's joy on the global stage and the pack mentality in chasing her heels.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2023

“I don’t like this pack mentality, all too common these days,” she added.

From Reuters Jan. 15, 2018

Old media had a pack mentality, too, but the Internet promised something much different.

From Washington Post Sep. 8, 2017

The pack mentality of the media is captured as well, with the feeding frenzy reaching its peak as the verdicts are announced.

From Seattle Times Oct. 7, 2016

It's that pack mentality – they're trying to get a laugh, they're trying to be the top guy.

From The Guardian Mar. 29, 2013

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