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No room to swing a cat

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ExaggerationPlay
Expresses an extreme lack of space, often more than literal meaning. SlideWith all the boxes in here, there's no room to swing a cat!
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Informal UsagePlay
Used in casual conversation, not for formal writing or speech. SlideI'd invite you over, but there's no room to swing a cat in my dorm room.
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Often carries a light-hearted, humorous connotation, despite complaints about space. SlideYou'll love their kitchen; there's no room to swing a cat, but it's cozy.