What is another word for packed like sardines?
Pronunciation: [pˈakt lˈa͡ɪk sɑːdˈiːnz] (IPA) 
Packed like sardines is an idiom used to describe a space, event, or situation where people or things are tightly and uncomfortably crowded together. This phrase can be replaced with other synonyms such as "crammed together", "jammed", "squashed", "squeezed", and "crowded". These words emphasize the feeling of being squeezed or compressed, making it hard to move or breathe. Other synonyms include "congested", "overcrowded", "teeming", "hoarded", and "stuffed". These words also convey the idea of a space that is filled to capacity, leaving no room for movement or freedom. Whether crowded on a train or at a concert, these synonyms can replace "packed like sardines" to vividly describe the feeling of being tightly packed together.
