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a situation where the number of people living in a particular area is more than the capacity of the environment to support them
- Overpopulation has led to a shortage of housing in many cities.
- Governments are focusing on policies to address overpopulation in rural areas.
- Experts believe overpopulation will cause severe food shortages in the future.
- Overpopulation contributes to increased competition for jobs and resources.
- In some countries, overpopulation is causing serious ecological imbalances.