logjam

Meanings

• Noun

  A situation where there is a blockage or impasse in the progress or flow of something, especially in a business or political context.

  - "The negotiations between the two parties reached a logjam over the issue of wages."
  - "The logjam in the legislative process prevented the passing of the bill."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with logjam
dam , jam , pan

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Variants

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logjam , logjammed , logjamming , logjams

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Etymology

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Logjam is a term derived from the process of logging, where logs are jammed or stuck together, preventing further progress.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'logjam' first appeared in print in the late 1800s.

2. Logjams can occur in various contexts, including in rivers, in computer systems, and in political negotiations.

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Related Concepts

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1. impasse: A state of deadlock or standstill, especially in a political or business context.

2. blockage: An obstruction or hindrance that prevents the free flow or progress of something.

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Culture

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Logjam is a common metaphor used in various contexts, including politics, business, and literature, to describe a situation where progress or resolution is blocked.

How to Memorize "logjam"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a row of logs stuck together in a river, preventing the progress of other logs or boats.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'logjam' with the idea of a blockage or impasse.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Lots Of Gripes Justify Annoyance' to remember the meaning of logjam.

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