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congestion

[kuhn-jes-chuhn] / kənˈdʒɛs tʃən /


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When rockets do come back online, Pendy anticipates major congestion at launch points in the U.S.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

When the driverless trucks deliver to stores, they may face more issues like congestion or occupied docks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

An AFP photographer saw two apartments damaged in a building on a narrow street, and traffic congestion as residents tried to leave the suburb while the Lebanese army deployed to the area.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

"I have noticed that there have been cars parked on the side of the road and it creates congestion which does seem a trifle bit weird and annoying," said visitor Philip Johnson.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The other end he slings through a bent strut wedged into the congestion of timber, stone, and plaster that has become their ceiling.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr




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