crowded schedule

/ˈkraʊdɪd ˈʃɛdʒuːl/
noun phraseIntermediate💡 a busy or overloaded timetable
informal

a schedule filled with many activities or appointments, leaving little free time

The CEO's crowded schedule made it difficult to arrange a meeting.

His timetable was packed with back-to-back appointments.

Students often complain about their crowded schedules during exam season.

They have many classes, assignments, and study sessions to juggle.

💡

This phrase is commonly used to describe a hectic or overwhelming daily routine.

Collocations

manage a crowded scheduleto handle a busy timetable effectivelyavoid a crowded scheduleto keep a timetable with fewer commitments

Related Phrases

time managementphrase
the process of organizing and planning how to divide one's time
work-life balancephrase
the equilibrium between professional and personal life

💡Pro Tip

Time Management

Use tools like calendars or apps to organize a crowded schedule efficiently.

Gold Rule

Prioritize Tasks

When facing a crowded schedule, prioritize tasks to avoid burnout.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines 'crowded' (full of people or activities) and 'schedule' (a plan of activities).

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in professional, academic, or personal contexts to describe a lack of free time.

Word Breakdown

crowded
full of people or activities
adjective
+
schedule
a plan of activities or events
noun
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