teem with
phrasal verb
teemed with; teeming with; teems with
: to be full of (life and activity) : to have many (people or animals) moving around inside
The river teems with fish.
—usually used as (be) teeming withThe river was teeming with fish.
streets teeming with shoppers
—sometimes used figurativelyMy mind is teeming with ideas.
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After stepping through a giant wooden door, tall grass teems with wild Pokémon, adorable critters strike charming poses and battles break out between fierce opponents.
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Jordan Moreau, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
The 18th-century palazzo hotel—which is surrounded by gardens teeming with fragrant olive blossoms and jasmine—is the brainchild of Christopher and Suzanne Sharp, the co-founders of the fashion world-favorite homewares brand The Rug Company.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
And in 2026, the chilly months are teeming with rare appearances and fresh collaborations capable of inspiring a trip to the theater even in the darkest depths of winter.
—Ellen Przepasniak, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
Leading up to the big game, the city will be teeming with pop-up events, NFL fan zones along the Embarcadero, and VIP concerts.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
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Jordan Moreau, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
The 18th-century palazzo hotel—which is surrounded by gardens teeming with fragrant olive blossoms and jasmine—is the brainchild of Christopher and Suzanne Sharp, the co-founders of the fashion world-favorite homewares brand The Rug Company.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
And in 2026, the chilly months are teeming with rare appearances and fresh collaborations capable of inspiring a trip to the theater even in the darkest depths of winter.
—Ellen Przepasniak, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
Leading up to the big game, the city will be teeming with pop-up events, NFL fan zones along the Embarcadero, and VIP concerts.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
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“Teem with.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teem%20with. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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