gridlock
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Gualtieri said the vast numbers created a "gridlock" caused by "the famous problem of overtourism".
From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025
The AA has warned of gridlock on Friday as 24.4 million cars are expected to hit the roads.
From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025
In Pacific Palisades there was chaos Jan. 7 as people in the foothills tried to flee, only to hit traffic gridlock.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025
The combo of remote work and empty buildings downtown would mean fewer commuters causing gridlock, but also fewer clients for businesses in the area.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025
Border police were swamped, trying in vain to ease the gridlock by dividing traffic into four lanes.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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