1
as in cramming
to fit (people or things) into a tight space
jammed his clothes into the already bulging hamper
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as in blocking
to prevent passage through by filling with something
firefighters found the nightclub's doorways jammed with trapped patrons
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as in filling
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 jamming
Theoretically, that makes quantum navigation immune to jamming and spoofing.
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John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Authorities in Scandinavian and Baltic states have said repeatedly that Russia has been regularly jamming the GPS signal in the region.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Win McNamee | Getty Images The European Union (EU) on Monday said Russia was suspected of jamming the GPS system of a plane carrying European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Bulgaria on Sunday.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2025
When a new album by your favorite band drops, Australians are usually jamming to it 12 hours before most Americans.
—James Czerniawski, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
Because what’s better than jamming out to Taylor?
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2025
Mayer’s post included a sweet photo of the band taking a bow, with the massive crowd — more than 180,000 people attended the trio of shows — arrayed in front of them, as well as shots jamming with Anastasio, Weir and Anastasio and a series of live shots from the shows.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 Aug. 2025
John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Authorities in Scandinavian and Baltic states have said repeatedly that Russia has been regularly jamming the GPS signal in the region.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Win McNamee | Getty Images The European Union (EU) on Monday said Russia was suspected of jamming the GPS system of a plane carrying European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Bulgaria on Sunday.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2025
When a new album by your favorite band drops, Australians are usually jamming to it 12 hours before most Americans.
—James Czerniawski, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
Because what’s better than jamming out to Taylor?
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2025
Mayer’s post included a sweet photo of the band taking a bow, with the massive crowd — more than 180,000 people attended the trio of shows — arrayed in front of them, as well as shots jamming with Anastasio, Weir and Anastasio and a series of live shots from the shows.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jamming
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While the airlines are undeniably cramming us all in regardless of our waist size, for passengers who truly don’t fit in a standard economy seat, policies like Southwest’s help not only them but their fellow travelers be safer and more comfortable onboard, and that’s a good thing.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Lift-Off is significantly more comfortable to sit on, and the cushions are quite wide, easily fitting both of us and one to two guests without cramming.—
Emily Hein,
Architectural Digest,
3 Sep. 2025
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In the world of vision wear, blue-light blocking lenses are becoming popular.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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In that role, Renner took an active part in blocking Santa Ono from becoming the University of Florida’s president, with Renner grilling Ono on his views on diversity and inclusion initiatives.—
Romy Ellenbogen,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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Our cheese filling includes part-skim mozzarella and ricotta cheese.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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In fiscal year 2024, 19 states reported filling all slots in the Conrad 30 program, according to data collected by 3RNET, a nonprofit that connects health professionals with jobs in rural areas.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Sep. 2025
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But for now, the star is a huge piece of the Yankees' roster that's pushing for an American League East title and potentially a World Series championship.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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But these adaptations may not be enough, as climate change and prolonged drought are pushing animals’ limits.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Row the dumbbell up towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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While startups occasionally push boundaries with optimization techniques—squeezing more efficiency out of existing silicon—barriers to entry are overwhelmingly high.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Armstrong was on probation for a case in Georgia involving charges of first-degree cruelty to children, false imprisonment, simple battery and obstructing or hindering of law enforcement, records show.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Burning Man organizers stressed the importance of not obstructing the investigation.—
Stepheny Price , Julia Bonavita , Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Moving across the Pacific Ocean in December meant packing minimally and leaving the rest behind.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Only packing two pairs of shoes?—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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Instead of segregating different regions behind loading screens as with previous games, now your environment is a single seamless setting that feels more connected than ever.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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With Xavier Edwards and Agustin Ramirez on, Otto Lopez reached on a fielder’s choice, loading the bases with two out.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Jamming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jamming. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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