feeding frenzy

The phrase "feeding frenzy" refers to a situation where a large number of animals, typically predators or scavengers, gather and aggressively compete for food. It is characterized by a chaotic, frenzied manner of feeding, where individual animals may exhibit aggressive behavior, disregard for social order, and a heightened state of excitement or urgency. This term is also used metaphorically to describe a situation where a group of people or organizations aggressively pursue a goal or opportunity, often disregarding ethical or moral considerations.