cluttering (up)

present participle of clutter (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cluttering (up)
Verb
  • This means it was formulated to minimize the risk of clogging pores.
    Julia Landwehr, Health, 5 June 2026
  • The project’s first I-285 closure took place in the same area three weeks ago, sending traffic to the Downtown Connector and clogging some neighborhood streets in the West End and Cascade Heights.
    Vanessa McCray, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • Articles of impeachment were brought against him on two counts, for allegedly abusing his power through his dealings with Zelenskyy and then allegedly obstructing the House’s investigation into the matter.
    Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
  • Ouellet faces charges of domestic violence, obstructing the report of a crime or injury and possession of a deadly weapon.
    Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • About $10 million of those savings are projected to come from the consolidation of schools — the board will vote next Wednesday on closing and consolidating four different campuses, and could close more in the near future — and other programs.
    Austin Horn June 11, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
  • For example, satellite startup Starcloud is closing a funding round of $200 million or more at a $2 billion pre-money valuation, double its last value, according to a person familiar with the matter.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • Bussi got the nod after stopping 18 of 19 shots in relief of Andersen in Game 3 in the third period and two overtimes.
    Michael Russo, New York Times, 10 June 2026
  • Afterward, locals recommend stopping at Lake Hollywood Park for fresh fruit topped with Tajín and chamoy.
    Alia Beard Rau, USA Today, 10 June 2026
Verb
  • The Patriots had held possession in the overtime period since the initial draw control, but the tenacious Notre Dame Academy defense was plugging gaps exceptionally well.
    Jack Murray, Boston Herald, 11 June 2026
  • Wipe off any soapy residue, then allow the lights to dry completely before plugging them back in.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
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“Cluttering (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cluttering%20%28up%29. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

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