heavy traffic

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Initial reports suggest the bus had become stuck on the tracks due to heavy traffic, which prevented the crossing barriers from lowering properly.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

While the parks can expect heavy traffic, a drop in international tourism and the rise in gas prices has injected additional uncertainty into the tourism industry this year.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Similarly, Nasdaq-listed WeRide has developed a simulator that uses AI to train its robotaxis how to handle real-world scenarios like driving in extreme weather, heavy traffic or at night.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Bus company Stagecoach said in a statement: "Due to heavy traffic at the docks the service will be unable to serve Eastern Docks at the moment."

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

With crowds of people, heavy traffic, uniformed officials shouting and directing, it reminds me sharply of the Syrian border.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell