traffic congestion

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The planning committee also heard objections about the height of the proposed buildings and fears of traffic congestion.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Bangkok police chief Siam Boonsom said Sunday that there was traffic congestion at the crossing daily, but never an accident.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Airport crews began removing the 15 illuminated pylons from the entrance of Los Angeles International Airport last week as part of a plan to ease traffic congestion ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2026

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.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

First, a $1 billion livability agenda to help communities save open space, ease traffic congestion, and grow in ways that enhance every citizen's quality of life.

From State of the Union Address by Clinton, William Jefferson