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congestion

[kuhn-jes-chuhn] / kənˈdʒɛs tʃən /


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Adams said he is not concerned about how the delayed opening of the train system will affect World Cup congestion.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

When movement became too random, congestion disappeared but efficiency dropped due to excessive wandering.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

Drivers have been advised to set off early in the morning, as congestion is likely to be at its worst from 10:00 BST each day between Thursday and Saturday, and on Easter Monday.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

This large server footprint helps reduce congestion, improve connection stability and makes it easier to find a nearby server.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 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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