No room to swing a cat

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Exaggeration

Expresses an extreme lack of space, often more than literal meaning.

With all the boxes in here, there's no room to swing a cat!

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Informal Usage

Used in casual conversation, not for formal writing or speech.

I'd invite you over, but there's no room to swing a cat in my dorm room.

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Humorous Tone

Often carries a light-hearted, humorous connotation, despite complaints about space.

You'll love their kitchen; there's no room to swing a cat, but it's cozy.