gridlocked
Example Sentences
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Long lines of stationary cars and buses were gridlocked on main roads as commuters sought alternative routes -- or even made their way on foot.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
During the Bridge fire, she sat in gridlocked traffic on Highway 2 — one of two primary routes out of town.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026
Schools closed, workers rushed home, long lines formed at gas stations, and roads across the country were gridlocked.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 28, 2026
Delhi's chaotic roads have been gridlocked at points and summit organisers have faced criticism over crowded entry points and other disarray, especially on the first day.
From Barron's ● Feb. 18, 2026
“When it’s time to bail, there are nontraditional routes that most people don’t know. They won’t be gridlocked like the freeways.”
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
