overcrowd
Americanverb (used with or without object)
verb
Etymology
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Example Sentences
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Buses are a common mode of transport in India, but operators frequently ignore safety rules and overcrowd vehicles, while the nation had the highest road accident death tolls in the world last year.
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2025
You want all of the toppings and additions to highlight the rice, not overcrowd or overwhelm it.
From Salon ● Mar. 17, 2025
Don’t overcrowd an entry with too much furniture.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 5, 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
One of the secrets of success in society is not to overcrowd anything.
From The Smart Set Correspondence & Conversations by Clyde Fitch
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