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Pileup

Definition:

A pileup refers to a situation where multiple vehicles collide, typically in a chain reaction, resulting in a mass collision or accident.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A mass collision or accident involving multiple vehicles.

Example Sentences:

• Due to heavy fog, a pileup involving ten cars occurred on the highway.
• The winter storm caused a dangerous pileup on the slippery roads.

Sense 2 (Noun):

An accumulation or heap of objects or materials.

Example Sentences:

• There was a pileup of dirty dishes in the sink.
• After the party, a pileup of presents formed in the corner of the room.

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