congestion
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“The goal is to minimize congestion, reduce reliance on private vehicles, and ensure the fan experience is positive and memorable – defined by the action on pitch, not delays on the roads.”
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
A single delivery route can bring hundreds of packages to homes, replacing shopping trips that would otherwise add cars, emissions and congestion to local roads.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
Traffic, congestion, cars, buses, trains and transport are all things that get voters going.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
In an effort to alleviate congestion, taxis and ride-share services are prohibited from picking up passengers along this main thoroughfare.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
Moss choked on the spit and congestion and he then felt a hand on his back.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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