1.   A large crowd had assembled opposite the American embassy.

2.   A large crowd had gathered to watch the procession go past.

3.   A large crowd of white youths set up burning barricades and smashed windows, doors, and fences on the estate.

4.   Because of the large crowd expected, the city moved it from the A.L.

5.   By the time the president arrived, a large crowd had gathered.

6.   His patronage to confessors is attributed to the large crowds he attracted to the confessionals.

7.   His voice was vigorous and his tone was sharp as he spoke to large crowds at two campaign rallies.

8.   I looked down onto the square, where a large crowd had assembled.