
Crowd
Size Implication
Use 'crowd' to imply a large, often overwhelming, number of people in a space.

The street market was bustling with a huge crowd.
Not Always Physical
'Crowd' doesn't mean the people are touching, just that they're gathered close.

A silent crowd filled the plaza, each person lost in thought.
Event Association
'Crowd' is commonly associated with events and places where people meet.

The festival attracted a colourful crowd every year.
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AssemblageCongregationGatherHordeMobMultitudeSwarmThrong
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