overcrowd
Example Sentences
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However, operators often flout safety rules and overcrowd them beyond capacity.
From BBC • Nov. 4, 2024
When it comes to entries, don’t feel that you must overcrowd or overwhelm, in fact, in many instances less is more.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 16, 2024
Once the skillet is hot and the oil is shimmering, add 1/4-cup portions of the batter to the pan, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
From Salon • Apr. 27, 2023
Working in batches, if needed, so as to not overcrowd the pan, place the chicken in the skillet, skin side down, and sear until nicely browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
From Washington Post • Mar. 9, 2022
I think this demand can be satisfied by a scheme which would meet both the claim of each State to nominate one judge and the necessity not to overcrowd the Bench which decides each dispute.
From The League of Nations and its Problems Three Lectures by Oppenheim, L. (Lassa)