overcrowd

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However, Roger Benn, co-chair of Hebden Royd Business Forum, says there's a fine balance to be sought so as not to overcrowd the now-famous valley.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2023

Cook them in batches, if need be, but don't overcrowd the pan, or the mushrooms will never brown properly.

From Salon • Feb. 1, 2023

Then, fill any remaining space with whatever else you plan to serve, making sure not to overcrowd it so that it’s easier for people to cut a piece of brie or slice of chorizo.

From Washington Post • Dec. 21, 2021

“If you overcrowd a place, people can get crushed in between. It’s not necessarily going to work if you’re not taking other precautions.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2021

I could describe very many of them and the minute details of all the houses and surroundings, but it would unwisely overcrowd these pages.

From Brook Farm Historic and Personal Memoirs by Codman, John Thomas