as in obstacle
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 to block
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 to impede
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
a court system clogged by frivolous suits
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Recent Examples of clog
Cordelia Nwankwo, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025
Some of our top picks for this summer include olive-green platform clogs by Matisse, hands-free Skechers sneakers by Martha Stewart, and bubblegum-pink waterproof slides courtesy of Birkenstock.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 21 May 2025
Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 May 2025
Though their dance initially started out as traditional, Goggins and his mother proceeded to show off their southern roots by kicking off a session of clogging.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 11 May 2025
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Noun
When this extra oil clogs the skin's pores, acne develops.
—Cordelia Nwankwo, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025
Some of our top picks for this summer include olive-green platform clogs by Matisse, hands-free Skechers sneakers by Martha Stewart, and bubblegum-pink waterproof slides courtesy of Birkenstock.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 21 May 2025
Verb
Sweat mixed with bacteria can clog pores and increase breakouts or irritation, especially on the back or chest, said Dr. Andrienko
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Deciding whether to shower in the morning or in the evening will depend on your personal preferences, lifestyle, and skincare goals.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 May 2025
Though their dance initially started out as traditional, Goggins and his mother proceeded to show off their southern roots by kicking off a session of clogging.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clog
Noun
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The Times spoke to both sides, as well as multiple experts to better understand the high-stakes litigation, which faces obstacles but could shake up California’s home insurance industry.—
Laurence Darmiento,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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Kennedy’s announcement does not broadly address healthy adults, but under the new FDA framework, healthy adults who wish to receive the fall COVID-19 vaccine will likely face obstacles.—
Libby Richards,
The Conversation,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Four seconds after subbing in for Turner, Bryant blocked a layup attempt by Knicks forward OG Anunoby, which sparked a fast break.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Meanwhile, Palestinians in Gaza blocked and offloaded 77 food trucks, the U.N. World Food Program said, as hunger mounts amid Israel's monthslong blockade of the territory.—
SAM MEDNICK,
Arkansas Online,
1 June 2025
Verb
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The affair did not impede Smotrich’s ascent as a settler activist and politician.—
Gershom Gorenberg,
The Atlantic,
30 May 2025
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Any action that impedes these dynamics should be flatly rejected because unnecessarily regulating a competitive marketplace will only harm consumers.—
Michael Santorelli,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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That can include language hurdles, arranging child care or elder care, and significant differences in national pension or retirement programs.—
Christina Larson,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and policy bill clears one hurdle.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control. Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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As a result, these devices can be highly reactive to bright sources of light, such as street lamps or the luminous glow of a full moon, which can obstruct your ability to see clearly in certain directions.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
25 May 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2025
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Online shopping has been severely hampered at the retailer due to outages to its website that are expected to last into July.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Additionally, 24% of providers in Colorado reported incidents of obstruction over those two years, and 18% experienced threats.—
Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton,
Denver Post,
22 May 2025
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Aid must flow immediately, without obstruction and at scale, because this is what is needed.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Consumers can just fill up with gasoline to charge the battery if a charging port is unavailable.—
Joe D'Allegro,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
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And with Francis Suarez reaching the end of his term this fall, his father is considering campaigning to again fill the mayoral seat.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
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“Clog.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clog. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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