gridlock
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But with the prime spring buying season over and home sales holding at depressed levels, the market remains frozen by high borrowing costs and inventory gridlock in many parts of the country.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
He says the shortfall is largely attributed to the gridlock over Petronas-Petros gas distribution rights, as well as weaker crude oil and gas prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026
Gualtieri said the vast numbers created a "gridlock" caused by "the famous problem of overtourism".
From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025
The combo of remote work and empty buildings downtown would mean fewer commuters causing gridlock, but also fewer clients for businesses in the area.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025
If we were stuck in gridlock, my mom would turn the car off and it was my job to get out and push it forward six inches at a time.
From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah
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