hogging

Example Sentences

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But in some local government and urban planning circles, the windowless establishments are seen as hogging land and creating dead zones where there ought be street life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

He worried that a data center would destroy his peace and quiet, bringing noise and light pollution and hogging the area’s water and electricity.

From Barron's • Oct. 18, 2025

Self-described haters say entitled cabana crews are hogging public space and disrespecting other beachgoers.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2025

The other players can’t get into any rhythm because it’s either LeBron or AD hogging the ball.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2024

“It sounds awesome if it means you’ll stop hogging the whole table with your stuff,” I say, plunking my bowl down in the one tiny space free of paper.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali