as in crowded
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
the theme park is thronging with tourists during the summer
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as in flocking
to move upon or fill (something) in great numbers
fans thronged the field to celebrate the win
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The key to standing out in a crowded marketplace is crafting a narrative that makes the case for why your diverse experiences and strengths are assets.—
Amanda Miller Littlejohn,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025 -
The celebrity tequila world is over-saturated, to say the least, but there are some brands in this crowded field that are actually worth checking out.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Over the decades, dust has blown the contaminated soil off the bases and abundant rains have pushed the dioxin into waterways and the densely packed surrounding neighborhoods, contaminating fish as well as ducks and chicken that people raise for food.—
Anna Maria Barry-Jester,
ProPublica,
17 Mar. 2025
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Following a 2-1 win in the Estadio La Ceramica, Ancelotti again returned to the theme of having a packed calendar and little recovery time.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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How Is Access To Healthcare In Braga? Access to healthcare is abundant in Braga.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Our guest bedroom is a relaxed mid-century modern design with high ceilings and abundant natural light.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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When faced with extreme challenges, the rumor mill is rife, so providing real facts and decision points is critical to ensuring that employees know what is changing and why instead of speculating.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Rumor-mongering is rife, with anyone and everyone weighing in on contract negotiations that are supposed to be confidential.—
Joelle Diderich,
WWD,
4 Mar. 2025
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Today, social media is awash with parents opposed to the idea.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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The surface was awash with dead flies and bits of grass.—
Graydon Carter,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Thronging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thronging. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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