as in crowded
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
the museum was swarming with schoolchildren on a field trip
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as in flocking
to move upon or fill (something) in great numbers
meeting little resistance, the pirates swarmed the decks of the merchant ship
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
at this time of year that Mexican resort swarms with college students on spring break
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as in climbing
to move (as up or over something) often with the help of the hands in holding or pulling
one of the physical challenges had competitors swarming over a pile of logs
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Recent Examples of swarming
Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026
Spring is the ideal time for a termite inspection because of swarming and infestations at this time of year.
—Ana Durrani, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
Warmer weather in Idaho encourages ants, termites, flies and other pests to start swarming, according to Cascade Pest Control, a Pacific Northwest pest control company.
—Hali Smith
april 8, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2026
Video shows deputies swarming the vehicle and pulling the suspect out as commands are shouted.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
The six are swarming around her.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
Down two points with less than 10 seconds left, the swarming Huskies defense forced a turnover from Duke guard Cadyn Boozer after the inbounds pass and UConn guard Braylon Mullins heaved a 3-pointer from long range to stun the Blue Devils.
—Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
The slower movement had a swarming, rich sound.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
Tiny eye-biting flies are swarming all over the San Gabriel Valley and pestering residents.
—Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
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American companies are swarming to China’s models.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026
Spring is the ideal time for a termite inspection because of swarming and infestations at this time of year.
—Ana Durrani, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
Warmer weather in Idaho encourages ants, termites, flies and other pests to start swarming, according to Cascade Pest Control, a Pacific Northwest pest control company.
—Hali Smith
april 8, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2026
Video shows deputies swarming the vehicle and pulling the suspect out as commands are shouted.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
The six are swarming around her.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
Down two points with less than 10 seconds left, the swarming Huskies defense forced a turnover from Duke guard Cadyn Boozer after the inbounds pass and UConn guard Braylon Mullins heaved a 3-pointer from long range to stun the Blue Devils.
—Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
The slower movement had a swarming, rich sound.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
Tiny eye-biting flies are swarming all over the San Gabriel Valley and pestering residents.
—Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swarming
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The presidential primary season won't begin in earnest until after November's midterm elections, but this week's conference is showcasing a collection of Democrats already jockeying for position in what promises to be a crowded primary fight.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Lawmakers complained about practices like overbooking and increasingly crowded cabins that left passengers feeling more like cargo than customers, while industry groups worried flyers would feel entitled to flout the rules.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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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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The Filipino girl group, comprising Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena, became the first band from the Philippines to perform at the music festival — and the Pinoy pride shone back at them, with a packed crowd whose exuberance rivaled the energy exuding from BINI onstage.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2026
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Summers are hot, humid and packed.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2026
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The new findings are confounding scientists’ expectations, raising questions about how exactly molecules can encounter their reactive partners in a teeming, crowded space — and therefore how cells can possibly function.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
18 Feb. 2026
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Mendoza envisions Mauricio providing infield depth as Polanco and Baty (jammed thumb) deal with ailments.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Christina Koch eventually saved the day, fixing a jammed part on the commode.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
6 Apr. 2026
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The park itself is the eastern gateway to the Missouri National Recreational River and is filled with diverse natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and extensive outdoor recreation opportunities.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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In an age where takeout and food delivery is abundant, Perini’s take on having restaurant quality meals in the comfort of your own home feels special.—
Sunny Hubler,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2026
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Back in 2020, expectations were rife that the office buildings JLL sources for companies around the world would stay vacant long after airlines were back to full passenger loads.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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However, the awards are co-organised by Tokyo International Film Festival, and speculation has been rife that there were concerns about the optics had the ceremony taken place, as Japanese cinema has had a strong year and was likely to walk off with multiple prizes.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2026
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As one reporter predicted three, hearts sank in the crammed quarters.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
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When your floor space is far from generous, implementing small bedroom storage ideas is the difference between waking up in crammed quarters and having breathing room.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Swarming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swarming. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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