congested
Britishadjective
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crowded to excess; overfull
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(of an organ or part) loaded or clogged with blood
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(of the nose) blocked with mucus
Example Sentences
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"There are colleagues who have been here for four hours," said Emmanuel Gedeon Nzunzi, who drives one of the motorcycle taxis that are essential in the overcrowded and congested city of around 17 million people.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
Anyway, the part of his diatribe about congested urban areas and highbrow people is why I cited that quote, because it is an unobstructed view into his mindset.
From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026
More than 100 containerships are trapped in the Persian Gulf while others have been diverted to nearby ports that are expected to become congested as they are forced to handle extra cargoes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026
The lot, however, is a congested warren of stages, offices, trailers and support facilities such as woodworking mills that date to the early 20th century.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026
However, by the time Mrs. Richardson’s grandfather—by then a successful lawyer—was preparing to bring his bride home, downtown had grown noisy and congested.
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
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