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overcrowd

[oh-ver-kroud] / ˌoʊ vərˈkraʊd /








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Don’t overcrowd an entry with too much furniture.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 5, 2023

However, Roger Benn, co-chair of Hebden Royd Business Forum, says there's a fine balance to be sought so as not to overcrowd the now-famous valley.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2023

Cook them in batches, if need be, but don't overcrowd the pan, or the mushrooms will never brown properly.

From Salon • Feb. 1, 2023

Then, fill any remaining space with whatever else you plan to serve, making sure not to overcrowd it so that it’s easier for people to cut a piece of brie or slice of chorizo.

From Washington Post • Dec. 21, 2021

The Louvre could not contain the portraits of your ancestors, they would overcrowd the quays.

From Vautrin by Balzac, Honoré de