Overrun

usgb/ˈəʊvərʌn/
verb

To spread over or occupy a place in large numbers quickly.

The garden was overrun with weeds.
Visual representation of "overrun" - To spread over or occupy a place in large numbers quickly

Often appears as...

  • overrun with pests
  • overrun with weeds
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Rapid Expansion

Use 'overrun' to describe a quick and often unwelcome spread of something.

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After the storm, the town was overrun by ants.
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Negative Connotation

'Overrun' implies a negative impact of being overwhelmed by something.

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The holiday resort is overrun with tourists during peak season.
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