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as in obstructed
to prevent passage through by filling with something
the usual weekend traffic congested the region's highways
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Recent Examples of congested
Jeff Fromm, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
The modern, black-on-steel-toned charging facility sits parallel to railroad tracks, not far from the congested 5 freeway.
—Pat Maio, Orange County Register, 8 Oct. 2024
Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 4 Dec. 2024
Ipswich congested the midfield well (particularly in the first half), meaning United’s attempts to play two-touch, pass-and-move football lacked finesse.
—Carl Anka, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
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Adjective
Originally designed as a quiet retreat for the most loyal customers, airport lounges have become congested, feeling more like an extension of the main terminal rather than an exclusive oasis.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
The modern, black-on-steel-toned charging facility sits parallel to railroad tracks, not far from the congested 5 freeway.
—Pat Maio, Orange County Register, 8 Oct. 2024
Verb
Traffic in the evening is predicted to be congested.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 4 Dec. 2024
Ipswich congested the midfield well (particularly in the first half), meaning United’s attempts to play two-touch, pass-and-move football lacked finesse.
—Carl Anka, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for congested
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Animal fostering is an essential part of pet rescue, helping to create space in overcrowded shelters; offer a secure and nurturing space for animals recovering from trauma or illness; and provide more individualized attention and training, which can help their chances of being adopted later on.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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As a result, planners have turned to technology, most recently generative AI, to help design, analyze, and develop overcrowded areas.Seydina Fall, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024
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Many also struggle with epiphora, where tear ducts are obstructed, resulting in constant eye discharge.Scott Travers, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The Associated Press said ambulances and other emergency vehicles were seen turning around after being obstructed by these makeshift roadblocks.Mushtaq Yusufzai, NBC News, 25 Nov. 2024
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Topline Grocery store chain Albertsons formally terminated nearly $25 billion merger agreement with rival Kroger on Wednesday, a day after a federal judge blocked the deal—with Albertsons filing a lawsuit accusing Kroger of failing to win regulatory approval for the agreement.Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The state judge ruled the merger violated state consumer protection law and the federal case blocked the merger nationwide.Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
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Videos circulating online showed a highway jammed with cars full of people fleeing Homs, a city with a large population belonging to Assad’s Alawite sect, seen as his core supporters.Bassem Mroue, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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During the shooting the gun jammed several times but the gunman was able to unjam it and continue firing shots, NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said, Gothamist reported.Chandelis Duster, NPR, 5 Dec. 2024
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Wearing a mask, especially in crowded indoor areas, can help minimize transmission of not just SARS-CoV-2, but all respiratory viruses.Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
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Founded by coffee enthusiast and marketing expert David Boucher, Escape Cafe stands out in the crowded specialty coffee niche, offering customers the highest quality beans and blends roasted just right every time.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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Recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans say that Americans should eat more beans, peas and lentils, cut back on red and processed meats and starchy vegetables and limit sugars, sodium and saturated fats.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Americans should strive to eat less meat and saturated fats, while upping their intake of fiber-rich legumes, fruits and vegetables, according to new recommendations issued Tuesday by a panel of nutrition experts.Ivana Saric, Axios, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Congested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congested. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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