congestion
Example Sentences
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Lothian Buses' 38 crosses eight of Edinburgh's major roads and is one of the services worst affected by congestion in a city known for its reliable bus service.
From BBC
The company said its cars treat nonfunctioning traffic lights as four-way stops, but the added caution worsened congestion, prompting the decision.
From Barron's
In my previous cars, I was constantly having to adjust the speed a little faster or a little slower to handle these changes and to allow for traffic congestion.
The congestion charge will not apply between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
From BBC
The insurance company said most people driving during the festive period travelled less than 100 miles, meaning congestion is likely around motorway interchanges and retail destinations.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
