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as in filled
containing or seeming to contain the greatest quantity or number possible
we kept circling around the crowded parking lot at the mall
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as in packed
having little space between items or parts
a crowded design that made the bedroom wallpaper a little overwhelming
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as in crammed
to fit (people or things) into a tight space
crowded all the boats into the harbor before the storm struck
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as in huddled
to gather into a closely packed group
everyone crowded around to see the baby being shown off by his proud parents
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Recent Examples of crowded
Spencer Ripchik, Baltimore Sun, 6 June 2025
If Lamont is not on the ballot, a crowded field of possible candidates could jump into the race, including Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz of Middletown, state Attorney General William Tong of Stamford, Comptroller Sean Scanlon of Guilford, and former Hartford mayor Luke Bronin, among others.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 5 June 2025
While expanding its enrollment, adding new programs and building new centers, students have complained of crowded housing and dining areas, parking shortages and some offerings that are stretched thin, such as services for immigrant students.
—Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2025
In crowded markets, differentiation often comes from the interface, not the engine.
—Abdo Riani, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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But unlike then, horse racing now has to compete for attention in a crowded sports landscape.
—Spencer Ripchik, Baltimore Sun, 6 June 2025
If Lamont is not on the ballot, a crowded field of possible candidates could jump into the race, including Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz of Middletown, state Attorney General William Tong of Stamford, Comptroller Sean Scanlon of Guilford, and former Hartford mayor Luke Bronin, among others.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 5 June 2025
While expanding its enrollment, adding new programs and building new centers, students have complained of crowded housing and dining areas, parking shortages and some offerings that are stretched thin, such as services for immigrant students.
—Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2025
In crowded markets, differentiation often comes from the interface, not the engine.
—Abdo Riani, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crowded
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Miley Cyrus premiered her Something Beautiful visual album for a packed audience at New York’s Beacon Theatre as part of the 2025 Tribeca Festival.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
7 June 2025
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Or, in the case of Stray Kids and their STAY, when eight Korean artists share three hours with a multitude of devoted fans in a packed stadium.—
Jae-Ha Kim,
Rolling Stone,
6 June 2025
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Editor’s picks The world itself is lively, if not exactly dense.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
6 June 2025
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In Puerto Rico earlier in the week, the cloud was dense and caused hazy skies, according to the National Weather Service in San Juan.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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Putin questioned whether Ukrainian troops that have invaded the Russian border district of Kursk would be allowed to leave peacefully.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
13 Mar. 2025
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The Alien Enemies Act would typically be used to target citizens of a country that has declared war on or invaded the United States, criteria that Venezuela does not meet, experts told USA TODAY.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA TODAY,
13 Mar. 2025
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Seventeen hundred people piled into the comments expressing astonishment that someone who had previously been so vocal in support of Ukraine was now apparently cheering the humiliation of its leader.—
Andrew Carey and Victoria Butenko,
CNN Money,
12 Apr. 2025
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Chris Kirk’s 9 skewed the number a bit, but bogeys piled up and there were eight doubles, too.—
Bob Spear,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Apr. 2025
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The realization was emotional as the two had developed a tight bond.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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Trump’s new team, new strategy With Leo sidelined, Trump’s judicial nominations are now being shaped by a tighter circle of aides and outside activists.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
3 June 2025
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In her papers, there were thick scrapbooks of Christmas cards, many from fellow-celebrities—Berg clearly adored Christmas.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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Jane is heard asking the male escort to wear a condom, but is interrupted by Combs, whose voice appears thick and slurred, as music pulsed in the background.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2025
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My nose and mouth were full of blood, guts and a deep, upsetting warmth.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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That Apple can support the M1 chipset some five years down the line and bring the full range of new tools, including the latest generative AI suite, should not come as a surprise.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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When shopping for any sustainable item, such as a backpack, pay close attention to the materials used and what the brand represents.—
Donna Kim,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2025
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Before June comes to a close, Mercury will oppose Pluto retrograde in your sign, sparking uncomfortable conversations and revelations that could shift power dynamics within your closest relationships.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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“Crowded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crowded. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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