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as in filled
containing or seeming to contain the greatest quantity or number possible
the auditorium was packed
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as in crowded
having little space between items or parts
a densely packed sequence of events
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as in plugged
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
carefully pack the food containers so we'll have as much as possible for the picnic
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as in loaded
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
I had packed the suitcase so tightly that it wouldn't close
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as in carried
to support and take from one place to another
remember to pack several changes of clothing
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Recent Examples of packed
Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 19 Feb. 2025
At its Berlin premiere, the film received a packed house and an emotional response from audiences.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Feb. 2025
The largely 20- and 30-something audience was quite lovely and respectful toward the band and toward other audience members, giving folks room to breathe and enjoy themselves despite the packed main floor.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025
In a packed facility at The Ranch at Laguna Beach, 400 people attended Stewart’s service on Jan. 18, many from the volleyball community.
—Richard Dunn, Orange County Register, 6 Feb. 2025
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The committee had a packed agenda with 26 bills to discuss and close to 300 people signed up to speak.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 19 Feb. 2025
At its Berlin premiere, the film received a packed house and an emotional response from audiences.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Feb. 2025
The largely 20- and 30-something audience was quite lovely and respectful toward the band and toward other audience members, giving folks room to breathe and enjoy themselves despite the packed main floor.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025
In a packed facility at The Ranch at Laguna Beach, 400 people attended Stewart’s service on Jan. 18, many from the volleyball community.
—Richard Dunn, Orange County Register, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for packed
Adjective
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Personal branding and thought leadership consulting Personal branding and thought leadership consulting are in high demand as professionals and entrepreneurs recognize the need to stand out in crowded markets.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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An upholstered stool, for instance, can bring a burst of color without making the space feel crowded.—
Wendy Vazquez,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2025
Verb
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According to those in the industry, there is little oversight for the demolition of homes filled with dangerous building materials.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Jan. 2025
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His social media is filled with rocket ship emojis and images of him as a sort of religious icon for the church of Bitcoin.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
4 Jan. 2025
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A day after Gary Sanchez struck out with the bases loaded in the first inning of an ALCS loss to the Houston Astros, Gil called in to contend Yankees manager Aaron Boone should have pinch hit for the catcher.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
4 Jan. 2025
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Considering how loaded the West is, adding Butler to the mix could be the difference between being truly competitive or seeing another early playoff exit.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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The butterflies also carried two types of pollen on their bodies, both from plant species found only in Africa.—
Danielle Hall,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024
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Best Carry-on Backpacks There's perhaps no more plane-friendly bag than a backpack, which is easily carried, easily taken off, easily placed under a seat, and easily packed with all your belongings.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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On Thursday at 2:11 a.m. a dense fog advisory was issued by the NWS San Diego CA in effect until 7 a.m. for Orange County Inland.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Feb. 2025
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Zero visibility protocol: In situations of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, activate your hazard lights and seek a secure location, such as a nearby business’s parking lot, to pull over and come to a stop.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Orange County Register,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Seals hauled out on small ice floes.—
Kevin West,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Jan. 2025
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The day after the crash, 61 empty bottles of booze, including an empty bottle of champagne, were found stashed on the boat after officers hauled it out of the water.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
2 Jan. 2025
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Major American investors, including Trump allies, are involved with companies prospecting nickel, iron and rare earth elements, even though much of it is trapped far under frozen ground or ice (in some parts of Greenland, the ice is two miles thick).—
Jeffrey Gettleman,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Combine with oats and cook over a stovetop until thick and creamy.—
Audrey Bruno,
SELF,
20 Feb. 2025
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The bicyclist was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center with critical injuries, and has since died, the report stated.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
5 Jan. 2025
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The unidentified victim was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries to the chest and hand, Josef said.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Packed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/packed. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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