congestion
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Rescue teams rushed to the scene but struggled to reach the upper floors because of the scale of the damage and congestion in the area.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Logistics operators have faced many recent disruptions, from pandemic-era port congestion to sudden swings in cargo flows sparked by trade wars.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
While the parking moratorium is not yet in effect — and still needs to go through several more reviews — officials hope it will eventually help ease congestion and safety concerns in the area.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
It is based on optimized walking routes, taking into account slopes, obstacles, travel speeds and congestion points.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2026
Because of the congestion on the roads to Jena, some protestors left their vehicles and walked into town on foot.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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