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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
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
Another standout, silymarin (which is extracted from milk thistle, a plant related to daisies and ragweeds), helps prevent oil oxidation—the culprit behind clogged pores and early signs of aging—while salicylic acid delivers gentle, pore-clearing exfoliation for a clearer complexion over time.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
Fried Foods Fried foods, such as chicken and French fries, are a common source of sodium, saturated, and trans fats, all of which may contribute to clogged arteries and high blood pressure.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 27 Jan. 2026
Don’t let the cream’s $8 price tag fool you; the anti-aging find tackles fine lines, wrinkles, and clogged pores, all while being gentle enough for all skin types.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
Dishwasher smells often come from clogged filters, greasy residue, melted plastic, or drain issues.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
In Stoeffler's case, his family history played a large role in the clogged arteries.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
These include adults who have undergone heart bypass surgery to reroute blood around a clogged heart artery and those who have had a heart attack, among others.
—Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 2 Jan. 2026
The large brush roll resists tangling hair and pet fur, which eliminates the need to stop and pull items off the brush—and also eliminates a clogged pipe.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
january 30, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Rising costs and logistical constraints also clogged the business of Sundance.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2026
Three days after a major snowstorm hit Boston with nearly two feet of snow, many sidewalks and side streets remain snow-clogged – forcing people and children to take their chances walking in the slushy streets.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Now they’re being clogged with AI slop.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
Tractor drivers clogged the streets in outrage across the continent in recent weeks and could still stall the deal’s implementation.
—Nayara Batschke, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2026
Kondrat compares unhealthy roots to a straw that’s clogged, and, as a result, the plant cannot get water, air, or nutrients.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2026
Your vacuum won't function well if the bag is full or the filter is clogged with dust.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
Lane closures caused the street entrance to the Beverly Hilton to become overly clogged, with many attendees choosing to exit their cars and hoof it to ensure an arrival before the broadcast started.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
On top of that, clogged air filters make your home dustier and worsen allergies.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
Another standout, silymarin (which is extracted from milk thistle, a plant related to daisies and ragweeds), helps prevent oil oxidation—the culprit behind clogged pores and early signs of aging—while salicylic acid delivers gentle, pore-clearing exfoliation for a clearer complexion over time.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
Fried Foods Fried foods, such as chicken and French fries, are a common source of sodium, saturated, and trans fats, all of which may contribute to clogged arteries and high blood pressure.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 27 Jan. 2026
Don’t let the cream’s $8 price tag fool you; the anti-aging find tackles fine lines, wrinkles, and clogged pores, all while being gentle enough for all skin types.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
Dishwasher smells often come from clogged filters, greasy residue, melted plastic, or drain issues.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
In Stoeffler's case, his family history played a large role in the clogged arteries.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
These include adults who have undergone heart bypass surgery to reroute blood around a clogged heart artery and those who have had a heart attack, among others.
—Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 2 Jan. 2026
The large brush roll resists tangling hair and pet fur, which eliminates the need to stop and pull items off the brush—and also eliminates a clogged pipe.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Verb
The floor drain beneath the glass cooler was clogged with heavy debris.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
january 30, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Rising costs and logistical constraints also clogged the business of Sundance.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2026
Three days after a major snowstorm hit Boston with nearly two feet of snow, many sidewalks and side streets remain snow-clogged – forcing people and children to take their chances walking in the slushy streets.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Now they’re being clogged with AI slop.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
Tractor drivers clogged the streets in outrage across the continent in recent weeks and could still stall the deal’s implementation.
—Nayara Batschke, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2026
Kondrat compares unhealthy roots to a straw that’s clogged, and, as a result, the plant cannot get water, air, or nutrients.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2026
Your vacuum won't function well if the bag is full or the filter is clogged with dust.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
Lane closures caused the street entrance to the Beverly Hilton to become overly clogged, with many attendees choosing to exit their cars and hoof it to ensure an arrival before the broadcast started.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clogged
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In addition, the hearing highlighted the infamously congested airspace around the airport, where helicopters and planes have long intermingled in very close proximity despite safety concerns.—
Adam Carlson,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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The table remains congested and everything can change quickly.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Specifically, Kollar-Kotelly permanently blocked two provisions of the executive order that sought to impose proof-of-citizenship rules.—
Tom Verdin,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2026
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During the clash, protestors threw water bottles and blocked the garage area in the loading dock with a dumpster as some form of chemical irritant was repeatedly deployed.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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With Frimpong sidelined, Conor Bradley out for the rest of the season with a knee injury and Joe Gomez still hampered by a hip problem, Slot has a major headache at right-back.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Medical timeout Alcaraz was as close as two points from victory in the third set but was hampered by pain in his upper right leg and his medical timeout became contentious.—
John Pye,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Jan. 2026
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But an overloaded dryer can't do that, and regular overloading will actually knock the sensors out of commission entirely.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
27 Dec. 2025
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An overloaded dryer leads to lessened airflow and, therefore, extended dry time.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Dec. 2025
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In a July 29 post to the social media platform, Minniear included snaps of himself and some picturesque locations, as well as a shot of Goulding lying nude in bed with her arm, side and thigh visible but face mostly obstructed.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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Nicole Ramey, a Plainfield resident whose son is a junior at Avon High School, said the bus stops around her home were obstructed.—
Heather Bushman,
IndyStar,
28 Jan. 2026
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As a result, the water vapor in that impeded breath condenses on the surface of your immediately-adjacent prescription glasses, sunglasses or ski goggles.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 Jan. 2026
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Adding palbociclib, however, blocked this adaptation and impeded the cancer cells’ ability to survive.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
31 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Natural-looking, minimally invasive rejuvenation, without the overfilled look.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Sep. 2025
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San Diego police estimated that 48,000 automobiles jammed city streets as a crowd of over 60,000 people — the largest in the city’s history — jammed the parade route from Dutch Flats to City Stadium.—
Eric DuVall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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Clarke jammed in Adrian Kempe's centering pass at the left post with Kuemper off for an extra attacker.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Clogged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clogged. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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