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overcrowd

[oh-ver-kraud] / ˌoʊ vərˈkraʊd /








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But he has opposed closing the facility without a replacement, arguing that doing so would overcrowd other jail facilities.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026

You want all of the toppings and additions to highlight the rice, not overcrowd or overwhelm it.

From Salon ● Mar. 17, 2025

However, operators often flout safety rules and overcrowd them beyond capacity.

From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2024

Don’t overcrowd a space with too many furniture elements.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 17, 2023

If the wedding is a small one great care should be taken lest the guests are so numerous as to overcrowd the church or home.

From Book of Etiquette Volume I by Lillian Eichler




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