congestion
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The new bridge is sorely needed to relieve congestion at the nearby Ambassador Bridge, which handles some $390 million in trade and 8,000 trucks a day.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
That allowed the heat carrying vibrations to travel farther through the material, much like easing congestion on a busy highway, leading to much more efficient heat conduction in the direction of the electric field.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026
While officials say the project is intended to reduce traffic congestion and ease pressure on local roads, residents at a recent community meeting focused more on the immediate impact and communication.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 19, 2026
A spokesperson said there had been "periods of congestion at passport control in the departures area due to high passenger volumes and the additional processing requirements associated with travel to non-Schengen destinations".
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
But thanks to rush-hour congestion, I'm late for my appointment.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
While traffic volumes have rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, the group said, congestions is expected to continue to build in the region, even with transit investments, because of project growth of 1.3 million people by 2045.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 10, 2023
The Washington Department of Transportation advised drivers to expect intermittent heavy congestions in the Seattle area Thursday evening and Friday due to temporary closures of the freeway system due to his visit.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 21, 2022
The restrictions as well as port congestions and adverse weather contributed to a deterioration in vendor performance.
From Reuters ● Feb. 1, 2022
China's export and import both rose last month despite delta demand concerns and severe port congestions.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 7, 2021
If, however, she is fully developed, and she suffers from time to time from congestions of the head, breast or abdomen, it will be necessary to interfere.
From The Ladies Book of Useful Information Compiled from many sources by Anonymous
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