congestion
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The Danish shipping group raised its full-year guidance for the second time in less than three months, and congestion at some Chinese ports like Shanghai and Ningbo seems to be driving this, the analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Moller-Maersk beat earnings expectations for the second quarter and raised its full-year guidance, as congestion at major Chinese ports supports the freight-rate outlook, Bernstein analysts say in a research note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Preliminary testing showed significant fluid around the cub’s heart and some congestion of the lungs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026
Despite that, congestion was eventually eased and the game kicked off without any delays.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
But as the days turned into weeks, into months, into years, the day-in, day-out smells, sights, and sounds that accompany extreme congestion crowded the minds of the people, leaving room for little else.
From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield
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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
Retailers have been battling port congestions and escalating transportation costs due to global supply chain disruptions in recent months as rising coronavirus cases dampened hopes of a swift economic recovery and a strong holiday season.
From Reuters ● Sep. 30, 2021
U.S. retailers have spent more on shipping and labor this year, as pandemic-driven port congestions and a shortage of drivers increase costs.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 10, 2021
The opening of the fourth checkpoint will ease those congestions.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 28, 2020
She is splitting up the salt congestions of his mane as she sits by him on the shingle.
From Somehow Good by William Frend De Morgan
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