as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult
she's not one to let moral principle be a clog upon her conscience
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as in blocks
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 hampers
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
a court system clogged by frivolous suits
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Recent Examples of clogs
Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Bright spots include high-shaft boots, up 14 percent, and shoe silhouettes such as mules/clogs, ballerinas and boat shoes.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 2 Feb. 2026
Never pour excess fat down the drain—this can cause clogs to form.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
Duff stayed toasty warm in a long teddy coat and fleece clogs.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
This is due to the fact that these foods can expand, which can cause clogs.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 25 Jan. 2026
Between the red contrast trim and substantial platform, the details set these apart from basic clogs.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
Its apparel section is thick with Japanese denim smocks, Italian clogs, and Le Laboureur patchwork jackets, while its desktop goods are a gift giver’s joy, with floral-scented pencils and Japanese botanical paperweights.
—Air Mail, 10 Jan. 2026
This helps keep items and areas free of clogs and buildup, and can help even help certain appliances function better.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
David Bauerlein, Florida Times-Union, 6 Feb. 2026
That clogs the judicial system, wastes limited resources, and delays justice for those with legitimate grievances.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Both are highly absorptive, drawing out excess oil that clogs pores and contributes to breakouts.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Sep. 2025
Instead, defensive tackle Ahmad Moten clogs the hole.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
That fur gradually clogs up air filters and makes your heating and cooling less efficient.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2025
Along with the swamp eels, scientists in the USGS Wetland and Aquatic Research Center have been most concerned about the spread of Cuban tree frogs, which secrete noxious chemicals that are harmful to humans, and alligatorweed, which clogs waterways that can impact infrastructure.
—Wesley Bruer, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Instead, Carrie’s holiday is filled with a revolving door of haughty art dealers and Gen Z queerdos, one of whom clogs the toilet and expels a sea of brown that Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) is forced to clean up.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
Given the frustrating amount of traffic that often clogs California freeways, the program has been used as an incentive for people to buy electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids and hydrogen fuel cell cars.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
This duo will look best with a pair of simple sneakers or clogs, but you may even be tempted to wear it while lounging around the house or hotel room.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Bright spots include high-shaft boots, up 14 percent, and shoe silhouettes such as mules/clogs, ballerinas and boat shoes.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 2 Feb. 2026
Never pour excess fat down the drain—this can cause clogs to form.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
Duff stayed toasty warm in a long teddy coat and fleece clogs.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
This is due to the fact that these foods can expand, which can cause clogs.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 25 Jan. 2026
Between the red contrast trim and substantial platform, the details set these apart from basic clogs.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
Its apparel section is thick with Japanese denim smocks, Italian clogs, and Le Laboureur patchwork jackets, while its desktop goods are a gift giver’s joy, with floral-scented pencils and Japanese botanical paperweights.
—Air Mail, 10 Jan. 2026
This helps keep items and areas free of clogs and buildup, and can help even help certain appliances function better.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
Verb
Vegetation clogs its steep banks.
—David Bauerlein, Florida Times-Union, 6 Feb. 2026
That clogs the judicial system, wastes limited resources, and delays justice for those with legitimate grievances.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Both are highly absorptive, drawing out excess oil that clogs pores and contributes to breakouts.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Sep. 2025
Instead, defensive tackle Ahmad Moten clogs the hole.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2025
That fur gradually clogs up air filters and makes your heating and cooling less efficient.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2025
Along with the swamp eels, scientists in the USGS Wetland and Aquatic Research Center have been most concerned about the spread of Cuban tree frogs, which secrete noxious chemicals that are harmful to humans, and alligatorweed, which clogs waterways that can impact infrastructure.
—Wesley Bruer, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Instead, Carrie’s holiday is filled with a revolving door of haughty art dealers and Gen Z queerdos, one of whom clogs the toilet and expels a sea of brown that Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) is forced to clean up.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
Given the frustrating amount of traffic that often clogs California freeways, the program has been used as an incentive for people to buy electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids and hydrogen fuel cell cars.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clogs
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While officials have described the talks as constructive, major obstacles remain, chief among them the future of territory in eastern Ukraine where Moscow has shown little sign of softening its demands.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
8 Feb. 2026
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When the car finally got moving, protesters began throwing obstacles in its path — Lime scooters, bicycles, seemingly anything that might trigger the car’s automatic anti-collision braking system.—
Evan Minsker,
Rolling Stone,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Zofran, the brand name for ondansetron, is a prescription anti-nausea medication that blocks serotonin receptors in your gut and brain that, in turn, prevents them from triggering nausea and vomiting.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
SELF,
9 Feb. 2026
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The American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho announced a lawsuit in June targeting part of the law that blocks access to HIV medication.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Feb. 2026
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Long charging times and limited ranges are still two major hurdles that deter many potential EV buyers.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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Industries with heavy regulatory hurdles, where adoption will be slowed by compliance, liability, and institutional inertia.—
Matt Shumer,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Wave action and fragile ice obstructs rescue potential.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Infliction of pain and suffering as a consequence for a person’s actions impedes health brain development through the release of stress hormones, research shows.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Feb. 2026
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When enforcement activity impedes the rights to assemble, document and criticize government action, that chills those rights, and the consequences extend beyond any single demonstration.—
Yohuru Williams,
The Conversation,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Check slopes for bare spots, holes and obstructions, like rocks, fences or poles.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
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Flat roofs with parapets (side walls), stepped roofs, saw-tooth roofs, and roofs with chimneys and other obstructions on top can collect snow in an unbalanced manner, the agency said.—
Bailey Allen,
The Providence Journal,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The move effectively jams the upper chamber by including the repeal in the funding package without the necessary time to reverse course, giving the Senate no option but to approve it.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Traffic regularly jams the freeway into the city, and residents fight over efforts to build more homes.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Clogs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clogs. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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