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overcrowd

[oh-ver-kroud] / ˌoʊ vərˈkraʊd /








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When it comes to entries, don’t feel that you must overcrowd or overwhelm, in fact, in many instances less is more.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 16, 2024

Once the skillet is hot and the oil is shimmering, add 1/4-cup portions of the batter to the pan, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2023

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

Working in batches, if needed, so as to not overcrowd the pan, place the chicken in the skillet, skin side down, and sear until nicely browned, 5 to 8 minutes.

From Washington Post • Mar. 9, 2022

The men's affair is to establish such rules among comrades as that no one shall stop up air-holes, or overcrowd the place with guests, or taint the air with unwholesome fumes.

From The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 08, No. 49, November, 1861 by Various




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