Thesaurus results for JAM-UP

jam-up

noun

ˈjam-ˌəp

as in jam

a crowded mass (as of cars) that impedes or blocks movement knowing that there was a big traffic jam-up ahead, we took the detour that the locals always use

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Recent Examples of jam-up Without enough beds for continuing care outside the hospital, the jam-up ripples back to that ER hallway. —

Tom Wolzien, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026

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jam

Noun

Offerings have since expanded to include homemade jams, dog treats, soaps and, of course, bread.

— Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026
The Rockies took their second lead on Brett Sullivan’s leadoff double in the 11th before Jeremiah Estrada and Morgan worked out of that jam.

— Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026