get overcrowded

Frequency: 6.811.1 per million words

describes the process of becoming too crowded, often more informal

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  • The city bus always gets overcrowded around 8 AM during the morning rush.
  • We decided to leave the concert early because the venue started to get overcrowded.
  • If this stadium gets overcrowded, it could quickly become a serious safety hazard.
  • The local jail got overcrowded following the large-scale arrests over the weekend.
  • Popular tourist spots often get overcrowded during the peak summer holidays.
  • The hospital waiting room is getting overcrowded with patients this morning.
  • Homeless shelters often get overcrowded when the weather turns extremely cold.
  • The commuter train gets overcrowded whenever there is a signal failure or delay.
  • Refugee camps can quickly get overcrowded without proper resources and planning.
  • Our small office will get overcrowded if we hire any more administrative staff.