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as in blocked
to prevent passage through by filling with something
the discovery that a ton of hair was clogging the drain in the tub
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as in hampered
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
a court system clogged by frivolous suits
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Recent Examples of clogged
Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2026
Just be sure to leave enough clearance on all four sides of the condenser to prevent clogged coils.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 10 May 2026
The olive tree, like the apple tree in the Garden of Eden, stands as an emblem for these times, when everything is so difficult, when all our reasoning is so clogged up and logic is turned on its head.
—Emmanuel Iduma, ARTnews.com, 4 May 2026
Fix leaky faucets, clean gutters and remove standing water from sources like birdbaths, plant saucers, and clogged drains that ants can use as a water source.
—Charlotte Maracina, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Proposed in 2018, the new rail line was meant to ease clogged roadways.
—Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Andy Shively, a deputy director for KC Water, said clogged catch basins led to the flooding on East 23rd Traffic and some residential areas.
—Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Odors can be caused by bacteria buildup under the rim, clogged pipes, a broken wax ring that seals the connection between the toilet and the drain, and small cracks in the toilet bowl or tank.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Check for clogged nozzles and alignment of nozzles.
—Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026
Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
Gutters can lead to indoor humidity if they are clogged and result in leaks and high concentrations of humidity, or if the downspout faces into the home.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
After a rinse, the mud revealed perfectly polished skin, relieved of dullness, redness, and clogged pores and blackheads—leaving me glowing from the inside and out.
—Essence, 12 May 2026
The mussels have clogged siphons used to move delta water to farmers, covered intake screens at the Contra Costa Water District, and caused the East Bay Municipal Utility District to close all of its reservoirs last year to boaters as a precautionary measure.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
This week, Metro is set to unveil the first part of a nine-mile subway under Wilshire, one of the most dynamic and traffic-clogged stretches of Los Angeles.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Atherosclerosis usually doesn't have symptoms until an artery is significantly clogged or narrowed.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Shively said debris and litter are the main culprit when the drainage systems are clogged.
—Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Over 50 flies clogged the kitchen area air above the three-compartment sink and 20 flies zipped about under the sink.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Considering the Heat will continue to play to win, and therefore continue to play veterans for consistent minutes, the youth pipeline potentially could prove clogged by yet another mid-tier first-round pick.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2026
Just be sure to leave enough clearance on all four sides of the condenser to prevent clogged coils.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 10 May 2026
The olive tree, like the apple tree in the Garden of Eden, stands as an emblem for these times, when everything is so difficult, when all our reasoning is so clogged up and logic is turned on its head.
—Emmanuel Iduma, ARTnews.com, 4 May 2026
Fix leaky faucets, clean gutters and remove standing water from sources like birdbaths, plant saucers, and clogged drains that ants can use as a water source.
—Charlotte Maracina, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Proposed in 2018, the new rail line was meant to ease clogged roadways.
—Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Andy Shively, a deputy director for KC Water, said clogged catch basins led to the flooding on East 23rd Traffic and some residential areas.
—Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Odors can be caused by bacteria buildup under the rim, clogged pipes, a broken wax ring that seals the connection between the toilet and the drain, and small cracks in the toilet bowl or tank.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
Check for clogged nozzles and alignment of nozzles.
—Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026
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Emergency vehicles were unable to quickly reach the incident because nearby streets were clogged with crowds and vehicles.
—Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
Gutters can lead to indoor humidity if they are clogged and result in leaks and high concentrations of humidity, or if the downspout faces into the home.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
After a rinse, the mud revealed perfectly polished skin, relieved of dullness, redness, and clogged pores and blackheads—leaving me glowing from the inside and out.
—Essence, 12 May 2026
The mussels have clogged siphons used to move delta water to farmers, covered intake screens at the Contra Costa Water District, and caused the East Bay Municipal Utility District to close all of its reservoirs last year to boaters as a precautionary measure.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
This week, Metro is set to unveil the first part of a nine-mile subway under Wilshire, one of the most dynamic and traffic-clogged stretches of Los Angeles.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Atherosclerosis usually doesn't have symptoms until an artery is significantly clogged or narrowed.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Shively said debris and litter are the main culprit when the drainage systems are clogged.
—Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Over 50 flies clogged the kitchen area air above the three-compartment sink and 20 flies zipped about under the sink.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clogged
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Most are eVTOL aircraft, powered by propellers and designed to move people or cargo above congested roads with far less ground infrastructure than traditional aviation requires.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The Treasure Valley has grown massively in the last few years, and while some changes have been obvious – like a boom in housing and congested traffic – other shifts haven't been as visible.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
14 May 2026
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The Evans offensive line, having blocked for the running game almost extensively last season, is still trying to gather its collective feet in the area of pass blocking.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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Although there’s no word yet on when the new White Lotus guests will check in, multiple weeks appear blocked off on the Martinez booking calendar in both June and September.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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But most summit speakers treated circularity—a nebulous concept at the best of times—largely as an engineering challenge, one hampered by immature infrastructure, policy gaps and weak economics.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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The company is seeking to create a Duchenne gene therapy that is more effective and safer than Sarepta Therapeutics’ Elevidys, which has been hampered by safety concerns, particularly following the deaths of two recipients from liver failure.—
Jason Mast,
STAT,
14 May 2026
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Dust gathers around overloaded outlets, surge protectors and entertainment centers, and combined with heat from electronics, that buildup can become an ignition source.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
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This can happen due to a power surge, an overloaded circuit, or a short in the system.—
Katie Cloyd,
Martha Stewart,
21 Apr. 2026
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Vents should be kept free of leaves, dirt, and debris, and not be obstructed by vegetation.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
14 May 2026
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Prosecutors said Lopez Insua’s view was obstructed by the cargo, a deckhouse and crane on the barge.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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During the next three weeks, mobile internet was impeded or shut off in the center of Moscow.—
Joshua Yaffa,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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Two off-the-field issues also impeded Gonzalez’s progress as a player.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Smart, anti-theft crossbody bags An overfilled tote can easily turn into a black hole mid-travel—everything sinks to the bottom, and nothing feels secure.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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Natural-looking, minimally invasive rejuvenation, without the overfilled look.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Sep. 2025
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Air defenses shot down or jammed 693 Russian targets overnight, including 41 missiles and 652 drones of various types nationwide, the air force said.—
Samya Kullab,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Air defenses shot down or jammed 693 Russian targets overnight, including 41 missiles and 652 drones of various types, across the country, Ukraine’s air force said .—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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“Clogged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clogged. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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