clutter
verb (used with object)
to fill or litter with things in a disorderly manner.
cluttering
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present participleof clutter.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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I asked Carter what she thinks are the four most common cluttering mistakes - and how you can fix them.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
You don’t have to worry about cluttering your living space with titles you’ve read once and may never read again.
From Slate ● Mar. 8, 2026
In our experience, seamless connecting and no cables cluttering the center console are reasons enough to insist on wireless smartphone interfacing.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 26, 2025
Charles used a chunk of his money to travel the world and settled down with souvenir magnets cluttering every inch of his fridge.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 27, 2025
"These old folks had all their stuff cluttering up the sidewalk and we cleared the street . . ." "You mean you're interfering with an eviction," he called, starting through the crowd.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
