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| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | crowd, crowd together |
| Derivation | over-crowding |
Examples of overcrowd
overcrowd
When the oil is shimmering, add the strips in batches, careful not to overcrowd.
From the orlandosentinel.com
Don't worry if you overcrowd the pan as spinach cooks so quickly it doesn't matter.
From the telegraph.co.uk
Do not overcrowd the pan, as this will result in the scallops steaming, not frying.
From the theargus.co.uk
When it's sizzling, sear meat in batches on all sides, taking care not to overcrowd pan.
From the suntimes.com
Add gnocchi in batches, taking care not to overcrowd, and cook gently until they float.
From the stltoday.com
Sear the beef in batches, taking care not to overcrowd the pan, until properly browned.
From the guardian.co.uk
Viewed at this scale, Fujairah is striking in that mountains almost entirely overcrowd it.
From the businessweek.com
Brown the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
From the sfgate.com
You literally overcrowd your narrative, so that your main story has to push its way through.
From the time.com
- Cause to crowd together too much; "The students overcrowded the cafeteria"
