Jammed

The word 'jammed' describes a state of being tightly packed, obstructed, or blocked, preventing movement or operation. It implies a forceful insertion, a situation of congestion, or a sudden cessation of function due to an impediment. It can be applied to physical objects, like doors or machines, or to situations, such as traffic or social gatherings. 'Jammed' often suggests a frustrating or inconvenient circumstance, leading to delay or difficulty in proceeding.

Jammed meaning with examples

• The printer was jammed with paper, refusing to print the documents. I tried everything to clear it, but the rollers were tightly packed. Now, there's a delay and a problem. I'm behind schedule because of that annoying jam. Repairing the mechanism took half an hour.
• The rush hour traffic jammed the highway, turning the commute into a nightmare. Cars were bumper-to-bumper, hardly moving. I had to call work as a result, to let them know that I'd be late again, I have to go down a side street. Everyone on the freeway was frustrated and angry.
• The door was jammed shut by the swollen wood, impossible to open. I tried to force it, but that was no good at all. The mechanism in the lock was jammed because the wood had changed its shape. I could not enter my house, leaving me outside and helpless. It really needs fixing.
• The crowded train was jammed with commuters during the morning rush. The carriages were filled. No one could move an inch due to so many bodies in the carriage. We had to wait to get to the next stop, which was a struggle. Getting on was a problem, as everyone fought to get on.
• Her email inbox was jammed with spam and unwanted messages. She has lots of junk. Trying to find anything important was a nightmare, taking a long time to sort it. She needed to filter messages, deleting spam and blocking senders. It’s a necessary but time consuming task, she thought. Her solution worked.