CLOGS Synonyms: 177 Similar and Opposite Words

clogs 1 of 2

noun

plural of clog

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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clogs

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of clog

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

Noun

College colors are important when selling near a university campus, particularly as clogs have become a favorite among students. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026 Pair the set with your favorite Ugg boots for the ultimate autumn outfit, or team it with clogs to take a fall fashion note from A-listers like Kate Hudson and Jennifer Lawrence. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026 Some of my favorites include eye-catching styles like this polished-looking suede shacket, these metallic ballet sneakers, and these leopard print jeans, along with staples like a cozy pullover sweatshirt and slip-on clogs. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2026 Right now, there’s so many great discounts on fall staples, including Ugg clogs, Levi’s jeans, cashmere and wool sweaters, and more. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 21 Sep. 2026 Every fall wardrobe calls for a reliable pair of jeans that can be worn with ankle booties, heeled boots, and mule clogs, and this pair from Sidefeel is a favorite among shoppers. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2026

Verb

Diagnosed at age 3 with cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease that clogs the lungs with sticky mucus, Smith grew up with doctors expecting a cure to arrive in time to save her. — Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026 The fine powder clogs their digestive systems and prevents them from eating plants. — Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 10 Aug. 2026 Their active roster is predominantly right-handed, which clogs up some of the lineup decisions for Roberts. — Katie Woo, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 In the future, says Dukhovny, flying cars will be as ubiquitous in the skies of New York as ordinary cars are now — with none of the congestion that clogs our streets. — Anne Kadet, Curbed, 19 June 2026 This scale quickly clogs ordinary solar stills, much like calcium buildup ruins your bathroom showerhead. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026 Bednar’s white board during the playoffs never seems to have an answer for a team that takes away the rush, clogs the neutral zone and clamps down on the tempo. — Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 27 May 2026 At the conservancy’s Rosemont Preserve, volunteers have essentially removed all invasive castor bean, arundo (which clogs streams) and tree tobacco, which crowd out native plants and harm the landscape. — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026 Although convenient, dryer sheets can leave a residue that clogs the lint trap and contributes to buildup. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for clogs

Noun

Getting a diagnosis, navigating treatment and paying for care can present obstacles of their own, particularly for patients who face gaps in access to healthcare.

— Roni Robbins, AJC.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Those are big potential obstacles to Hill returning to the Chiefs.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of obstacles

Verb

First responders typically treat opioid overdoses with a drug called naloxone, which temporarily blocks the mu-opioid receptors.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Sep. 2026
Removing standing access reduces blast radius and buys time, while quick access withdrawal across hybrid environments blocks attacker pathways.

— Robert Bobel, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of blocks

Verb

This hampers several of my favorite performances, especially Harper, whose Ben is full of sarcastic indignation, and June Laporte as Ginny, an aspiring reporter in need of proper mentoring.

— Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026
That marks a 37% increase from the same time last year, as the Iran war hampers oil supply.

— Alex Harring, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of hampers

Noun

On another front, because red diesel is currently distributed primarily through agricultural cooperatives and specialized fueling hubs, expanding its throughput across mainstream highway truck stops presents immediate operational hurdles.

— , CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
Textile-to-textile recycling may still face technology hurdles, but its biggest obstacle to scale is increasingly financial.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of hurdles

Verb

Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026
Anatasia steals a truck and obstructs their path, sacrificing herself to a bleak future, all in the name of love.

— Hunter Ingram, Variety, 10 July 2026

Definition of obstructs

Verb

The sheriff said vehicles parked in a way that impedes traffic will be towed at the owner's expense.

— Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026
Typically, PAs are putting in 60-hour workweeks, and their duties can include everything from running errands to cleaning up messes to managing the general public when filming takes place in a location and impedes foot or car traffic.

— Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026