A Blanket of Flies is a collective noun phrase describing a congregation or swarm of these small, winged insects. The term implies a dense mass of flies, often covering a wide expanse with their countless numbers, resembling a covering or layer akin to a blanket. This imagery evokes the relentless buzzing and erratic movements as a dense cloud of flies hovers or moves in unison in search of nutrients, commonly found around decaying matter or other sources of organic materials. This collective noun captures the notion of a disturbing, suffocating presence, conjuring up images of a pervasive wave of sound and motion generated by a multitude of buzzing wings and fragile bodies.
Collective Nouns That Start with B
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