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Definition of «pileup»

A pileup refers to a situation where there is an overwhelming amount or accumulation of something. It can be used in various contexts, such as when describing a large number of events happening at once, a buildup of items or materials, or a gathering of people or things in one place. The term "pileup" often implies that the situation is chaotic or overwhelming and may require organization or management to bring order.

Usage examples

  1. The heavy snowfall caused a pileup on the highway, resulting in a major traffic jam.
  2. The sudden braking of the car ahead led to a pileup of vehicles behind it.
  3. Due to a communication error, there was a pileup of orders at the warehouse, causing delays in deliveries.
  4. The collision between the two cars caused a pileup of damaged vehicles on the intersection.
  5. The pileup of dirty dishes in the sink was a clear indication that the party had been a success.

Sentences with «pileup»

  • «It'll brighten your skin, and your moisturizer can penetrate better if you don't have a 50 - car pileup of dead cells,» Dr. Rodan says. (health.com)
  • The chaos in Zack Snyder's Man of Steel seems like a 3 - car pileup of Fiats, compared to this. (amovieguy.com)
  • For example, there is a stage in Danger Zone requiring a head - on collision with a semi-trailer to start a sequence of pileups on the other side of the road. (thehdroom.com)
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