congestion
Example Sentences
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In my previous cars, I was constantly having to adjust the speed a little faster or a little slower to handle these changes and to allow for traffic congestion.
The congestion charge will not apply between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
From BBC
The insurance company said most people driving during the festive period travelled less than 100 miles, meaning congestion is likely around motorway interchanges and retail destinations.
From BBC
Other ways to alleviate congestion and delays at major interchanges include building more overpasses and underpasses that separate road and railroad tracks.
If data centers can be connected in places with available capacity, PG&E argues, they could help spread costs without worsening congestion.
From Los Angeles Times
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