growing queue

Frequency: 6.58.4 per million words

Describes a queue that is actively getting longer.

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Examples (10)

  • The growing queue at the ticket counter stretched around the corner.
  • We stood in a growing queue for hours, waiting for the concert tickets.
  • Despite adding more staff, the growing queue for refunds remained long.
  • If the service doesn't improve, there will be an even faster growing queue of frustrated customers.
  • Is the growing queue a sign of increased demand or slow service?
  • The manager noticed a growing queue at the checkout and called for backup.
  • She joined the already growing queue for the popular new exhibit.
  • The traffic jam created a rapidly growing queue on the highway.
  • He observed the growing queue of people waiting for their turn to vote.
  • The unexpected announcement led to a growing queue outside the administrative office.