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drove

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*out in large numbers and *out in droves
Fig. in evidence in some large amount. (*Typically: be ~; Come ~.) The sidewalk salesmen are out in droves today. The ants were out in large numbers at the picnic.
See also: large, number, out

bring someone or something out in droves

Fig. to lure or draw out people or other animals in great number. The availability of free drinks brought people out in droves. The fresh grass sprouts brought the deer out in droves.
See also: bring, out

in droves

Fig. in large numbers. (See also be out in droves.) The settlers arrived on the prairie in droves.


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