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as in snarl
a crowded mass (as of cars) that impedes or blocks movement
thousands of cars trying to leave the stadium's parking lot at the same time are sure to create a jam
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as in pickle
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
the heavy rain puts us in a real jam: all of the preparations are for a garden wedding
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as in to block
to prevent passage through by filling with something
firefighters found the nightclub's doorways jammed with trapped patrons
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as in to fill
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
the inn will jam a guest's picnic basket with an array of tempting foods
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Recent Examples of jam
Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2025
But Montero got out of the jam unscathed by striking out Caballero, fielding a bunt and tossing to Murphy for a force and then inducing an inning-ending groundout.
—David O'Brien, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 10 Apr. 2025
Additional reports revealed that Russia had jammed GPS signals in four European countries: France, the Netherlands, Sweden and Luxembourg.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Well, that was the thing about the Wednesday-night jams.
—Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2025
But Montero got out of the jam unscathed by striking out Caballero, fielding a bunt and tossing to Murphy for a force and then inducing an inning-ending groundout.
—David O'Brien, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Verb
On a Sunday conference call, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) sought to assure House Republicans they wouldn’t get jammed by the Senate numbers, according to a source on the call.
—Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 10 Apr. 2025
Additional reports revealed that Russia had jammed GPS signals in four European countries: France, the Netherlands, Sweden and Luxembourg.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jam
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Severe storms along the southeast coast Monday have also caused snarls for travelers, with over 6,300 flights within, into, or out of the US delayed Monday, according to flight tracking website FlightAware.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2025
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The animals’ golden-brown fur is matted with blood, their muzzles locked in an eternal snarl.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Tomato slices are slipping out, pickles are disappearing and the bread can get soggy. Build a better burger like this: Toast the bun.—
Joe Difazio,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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The chicken sandwich is served with coleslaw, pickles and a house sauce on a brioche bun.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Chances are it would be stuffed into a 1970s-era Chevelle or a slick '69 Camaro.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Apr. 2025
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Ramos says to stuff plastic bags into empty spaces in boxes to prevent things from shifting.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Scouts raved about his pass-catching ability and pass blocking.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Mangione's attorneys have sought to block prosecutors from seeking the death penalty.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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His path has been long, filled with moments of uncertainty and sacrifice.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
24 Apr. 2025
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Wolves have filled humans with wonder throughout our history, and they have been featured in art and mythology for thousands of years.—
Olivia Ferrari,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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And after a Herro turnover, Sam Merrill hit a three to push Cleveland’s lead back to double figures, at 102-90, with 6:29 left.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
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Recent results have seen Newcastle United, Manchester City and Chelsea climb above them, pushing Nuno’s side, who are not in action again until a Monday night visit to Tottenham Hotspur, down to sixth, only ahead of Aston Villa on goal difference.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The deep-sea mining dilemma Deep-sea mining isn’t a new idea.—
Christian Elliott,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 Apr. 2025
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George Cunningham, senior vice president of public safety with Goldenvoice, explained the dilemma — and the steps being taken to address it — while speaking to the La Quinta City Council Tuesday.—
Tom Coulter,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For now, the researchers have left the ship in situ, partially covering it with original soil and squeezing wet sponges onto it to preserve moisture.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
30 Apr. 2025
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The question of whether a modern Phantom can squeeze through the driveway gates remains to be seen.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Jam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jam. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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