overcrowd
Example Sentences
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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
If you’re planning a seated dinner indoors, don’t overcrowd the tables; and group people based on their households or with their closest friends, rather than mixing them up.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2021
"The trade is full already; and, if you force the men to live to threescore and ten, you will overcrowd it so, they will come to starvation wages."
From Put Yourself in His Place by Reade, Charles
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
