in a body
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in one group together
The idiom "in a body" originated in the 16th century and has its roots in Middle English. The word "body" in this context refers to a collective group or a gathering of individuals. This idiom can be used in various occasions and contexts, such as political gatherings, protests, marches, or any scenario where a group of individuals acts as a single entity.
- They march in a body to demand justice and equality for all.
- We stand in a body to show our support for the cause.
- The protesters gather in a body to voice their concerns and demand change.
- The workers walked out of the factory in a body to protest unfair working conditions.
- The students rallied in a body to oppose the proposed education reforms.