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as in throng
a great number of persons or creatures massed together
a huge crowd of fans was on hand to greet the returning World Series champions
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as in community
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
the fashionable crowd at the polo tournament
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as in populace
the body of the community as contrasted with the elite
no national leader was ever more hated by the crowd
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as in to huddle
to gather into a closely packed group
everyone crowded around to see the baby being shown off by his proud parents
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Recent Examples of crowd
Ann Abel, AFAR Media, 26 May 2025
Among the bustling crowd was 81-year-old Katherine Wardlaw, who attended the event with her family.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Nicolas Niarchos, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
Some of the popular gigs are already getting crowded.
—Shuli Ren, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
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Noun
These destinations will usually offer lower prices and fewer crowds.
—Ann Abel, AFAR Media, 26 May 2025
Among the bustling crowd was 81-year-old Katherine Wardlaw, who attended the event with her family.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Verb
About seventy people crowded onto a vehicle intended for forty-five.
—Nicolas Niarchos, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
Some of the popular gigs are already getting crowded.
—Shuli Ren, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crowd
Noun
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As throngs jammed the street in front of the building, the Native Sons fired off Roman candles, pinwheels, and rockets, in celebration of America’s birthday.—
Michael Luo,
New Yorker,
20 May 2025
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There's More to That A Smithsonian magazine special report Tourism is surging in many places around the world—swarmed national parks, throngs of visitors amassing in churches and museums, and sidewalk cafes overburdened with diners.—
Ari Daniel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 May 2025
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Ethan Suarez’s clinic has been on the frontlines of Central Florida’s HIV battle, offering free rapid tests at community events and health fairs so people can know their status.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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Support for Trump among likely Cuban American voters in Miami was at an all-time high on the eve of last year’s election, according to a poll by Florida International University, which has been tracking the Cuban American community since 1991.—
Joshua Goodman,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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In this case, the first task is to acquaint the local populace with the new part-owner and his significance before the franchise can capitalize on his worldwide stature in the sport.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
23 May 2025
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Whether this research method is an adequate representation of the populace at large is an open question.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Verb
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The resulting confusion is a good reminder about how many provisions can be stuffed in a single bill, presenting challenges for writers (like this one), voters (like you), and members of Congress.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Agents from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) also seized three cellphones found inside a Balenciaga boot, a Gucci pouch stuffed with ketamine and MDMA and a .45-caliber handgun discovered tucked away in a red suitcase.—
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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As technology got better, so did the ability to create waves both experienced surfers would flock to, as well as a place newcomers intimidated by the unpredictability of the ocean – or the thought of sharks lingering nearby — could enjoy.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
30 May 2025
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Audiences flock toward creators who look and feel authentic and whose content aligns with their values.—
Jason Hall,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
Verb
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But the officials huddled and correctly put seven seconds back on the clock, spotting the ball at the 1-yard line.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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In a postgame huddle, some Aledo players shared tears and thoughts on the 2025 season.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 May 2025
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Sasse, a former U.S. senator with little higher education experience before he was tapped as UF’s president, was greeted by a swarm of protestors who stormed the alumni hall’s lobby after a meeting with students ended.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 May 2025
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He was quickly enveloped in a swarm of church hats.—
Eric Lach,
New Yorker,
5 May 2025
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Carell’s performance is the broadest of the bunch, but his character is also the most desperate.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 May 2025
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Other than capitalizing on its popularity and maybe making a bunch of money, what is the point of a live-action version of this game?—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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“Crowd.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crowd. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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