cram
verb (used with object)
to fill (something) by force with more than it can easily hold.
have crammed
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present perfectof cram.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Thousands of Malawians have crammed into a field in the South African city of Durban in dire conditions, desperate to return home and escape a wave of violence against foreigners.
From Barron's ● Jun. 17, 2026
In recent weeks, uprooted Gazans have crammed into Rafah, on the border of Egypt, struggling to survive in tents and makeshift shelters with scarce access to food and other critically needed supplies, aid workers say.
From New York Times ● Feb. 15, 2024
In recent weeks, uprooted Gaza residents have crammed into Rafah, struggling to survive in tents and makeshift shelters with scarce access to food and other critically needed supplies, aid workers say.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 15, 2024
More than 1 million people, including hundreds of thousands who fled the north, have crammed into overflowing U.N.-run shelters with dwindling food, water and basic supplies.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 23, 2023
Within the first five minutes of lunch, over ninety people have crammed into Kyro’s room.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
