overpopulate
/ˌoʊvərˈpɑpjəleɪt/
verb
- To fill an area with too many people or animals, causing problems with resources and space.
- The park became damaged when visitors overpopulated the trails during the holiday.
- If we overpopulate the city, there won't be enough water for everyone.
- Farmers worry that letting the herd grow too large will overpopulate the pasture.
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