logjam

noun

log·​jam ˈlȯg-ˌjam How to pronounce logjam (audio)
ˈläg-
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1
: a jumble of logs jammed together in a watercourse
2
a
: deadlock, impasse
trying to break the logjam in negotiations
b
: blockage
c
: jam, crowd
logjam transitive verb

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He was called in to try to break the logjam in the negotiations. the presence of an ambulance on the side of the highway created a logjam of rubberneckers who just had to have a look
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In February of 2020, Eppler capitalized on a roster logjam created by the Dodgers’ acquisition of Boston Red Sox star Mookie Betts. — Andy McCullough, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 Putting one more small-to-midsize option into the mix would, during the busier seasons, loosen the logjam. — Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 3 Sep. 2026 That would be infielder Max Anderson, who the Tigers appear to be leaving behind in Triple-A with a major-league logjam at second base. — Christian Romo, Freep.com, 1 Sep. 2026 That combination, plus the thousands walking around to watch qualifiers, led to a massive logjam—crossing Fountain Plaza took about five minutes. — Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for logjam

Word History

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of logjam was in 1885

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“Logjam.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/logjam. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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