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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
Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
The love with which long lost relatives embrace one another on a crowded ship deck or in the courtyard of a family home.
—Yousra Elbagir, Time, 25 Feb. 2026
Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
The chamber estimated that more than 100,000 spectators crowded the streets to celebrate the Year of the Horse.
—Staff Report, Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Texas voters face a lengthy ballot for the governor’s race, with crowded Democratic and Republican fields competing for a spot in November’s general election.
—Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
The love with which long lost relatives embrace one another on a crowded ship deck or in the courtyard of a family home.
—Yousra Elbagir, Time, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
Travelers and locals, tradesmen and merchants, the working class and the wealthy would all spend time, elbow to elbow at tables crowded close together.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
The chamber estimated that more than 100,000 spectators crowded the streets to celebrate the Year of the Horse.
—Staff Report, Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crowded
Adjective
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The new system allows citations to be transmitted electronically and enter the court records system pre-filled.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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This comforter is pre-filled and designed to be two inches wider than standard sizes for an extra-plush feel and complete bed coverage.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Serafini appeared in person in a packed courtroom at the Historic Auburn Courthouse, wearing an orange jail jumpsuit.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Those increases have sparked protests, packed meetings, and growing public organizing across the region.—
Matt Parr,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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One person curled up in the bow and two on the flooring of each boat, our feet crammed under the seats.—
Doris DeCleene,
Outdoor Life,
25 Feb. 2026
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Priyanka Chopra crammed so many 2010-era trends into one look while stepping out in New York City on Tuesday night.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
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Just as Sephora teens once flocked to Drunk Elephant out of fascination rather than necessity, trends do not always reflect who a product is actually formulated for.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2026
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In decades past, China’s ascendent middle class flocked to booming megacities to chase jobs and dreams, once abundant as the country went from rags to riches.—
Albee Zhang,
Fortune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Cats found in and around Maryland home Once at the house, officials found cats huddled together outside.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Underpaid lecturers huddled closer to their space heaters, submerging themselves deeper in Aramaic love poetry to stave off thoughts of the damp.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This reduces the need to send manned aircraft into dense air defense zones.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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That’s according to a new poll of 806 Boise voters commissioned by the Gem State Housing Alliance and the Welcoming Neighbors Network, a housing advocacy group pushing for zoning changes to open more avenues for denser, smaller and less- expensive homes.—
Mark Dee
March 3,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
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Inspired by a classic, comforting soup, our casserole version is stuffed full of sweet onions.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 Mar. 2026
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The new breakfast and lunch restaurant from Fonda San Miguel owner Tom Gilliland is as beautiful and serene as a four-star Mexican hotel and the empanada — firm but flaky, stuffed with quince jam and edged by baked manchego cheese — was sweet, savory and gooey with a nice touch of umami.—
Matthew Odam,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
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In 1982, after Israel invaded Lebanon, Iranian agents cultivated ties among fellow Shia who resented Israel’s presence.—
Ron Kampeas,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2026
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Pain returned in April 2025, and a scan revealed cancer had invaded bone in her right hip.—
Gerald Witt,
AJC.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Crowded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crowded. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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