traffic congestion

Example Sentences

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"If some civil servants and officials do not need to come to the office, it would reduce traffic congestion and generate substantial savings," said the president.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

The influx of tourists to the town of Fujiyoshida has led to chronic traffic congestion and litter, while some residents say they've experienced tourists trespassing or defecating in private gardens.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

At the same time, snow and icy road conditions are causing traffic congestion and delays for inland transportation to and from terminals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

Throughout the mid-to-late 2010s, L.A. routinely ranked as having the worst traffic congestion anywhere in the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

The others were listening to Brady's description of traffic congestion at the Rush Street bridge during the rush hour at night.

From Out of Time's Abyss by Burroughs, Edgar Rice