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Swarm with Meaning in English

expression

ˈswɔɹm/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
SWORM with or with
swˈɔːm/ /wˈɪð
sw-AWM with

Definition

To be very full of people, animals, or things that are moving around quickly in large numbers.

Usage & Nuances

Used for places or things filled with moving people or creatures, often giving a sense of being crowded or busy. Typically followed by what the place is full of: 'swarm with tourists', 'swarm with bees'. Slightly dramatic and not used for inanimate objects like 'swarm with furniture'.

Example Sentences

The garden was swarming with bees in the summer.

basic

The market is always swarming with people on weekends.

basic

The kitchen was swarming with ants after we left food out.

basic

By noon, the park was swarming with families having picnics.

natural

The new store opening was swarming with reporters and photographers.

natural

As soon as the bell rang, the hallway swarmed with students rushing to class.

natural