bunch up
When cloth folds up in wrinkles, or people crowd into one area.
Meanings
(Of clothing or fabric) to gather into folds or wrinkles, especially by riding up.
"Her dress kept bunching up at the back whenever she sat down."
(Of people or vehicles) to crowd or pack closely together, often causing a blockage or delay.
"The cyclists bunched up as they approached the narrow mountain pass."
To tighten the muscles of the body, especially the shoulders or fists.
"He bunched up his fists and stared across the room at his opponent."
Very common for describing fabric or clothing that has ridden up or gathered. Also used for traffic or people crowding. Slightly more informal than 'bunch together.'
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