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Meanings of congestion in inglés

español
apiñamiento

Excessive crowding.

apiñamiento

A number of vehicles so obstructed that they can scarcely move.

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Examples for "over-crowding"
Examples for "over-crowding"
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The vice of our society is hypocrisy; it comes of over-crowding.
Born in Exile
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Its public transport system is seen as world-class, despite a few gripes about over-crowding.
Reuters
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Each of us contributes to sanitation issues, noise, and over-crowding.
Climbing Magazine
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Presently a brawling brook, over-crowding its banks, impeded further progress.
The Last Trail
5
Many Auckland schools are making their over-crowding problems worse by enrolling children from other neighbourhoods.
Radio NZ
Usage of congestion in inglés
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It also ruled that the new centre would create serious traffic congestion.
The Irish Times
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Whenever you introduce the network to new areas, we experience congestion immediately.
Reuters
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Such a change would certainly alleviate congestion and would likely reduce accidents.
The Irish Times
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McClay said his priority would be improving road safety and easing congestion.
Radio NZ
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He also said fewer cars on the road would solve congestion issues.
Radio NZ
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Supporters of the project say it is essential to reduce traffic congestion.
The Guardian
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Many residents worry casinos will bring traffic congestion, crime and social ills.
Reuters
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Police advise there will be heavy traffic and congestion in the area.
Radio NZ
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Traffic was also adversely impacted, with weather conditions to accidents and congestion.
The South African
10
They plan to use ferries to transport athletes to reduce road congestion.
Reuters
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After weeks of less-than-usual congestion, police are warning drivers to be careful.
Radio NZ
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High house prices and traffic congestion are being blamed for the shortage.
Radio NZ
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The proposed roadwork was aimed at reduced congestion and improve travel times.
Jamaica Observer
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I had no idea about things such as congestion at that point.
The Irish Times
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To relieve the inner congestion and consequent pain in the affected parts.
Nature Cure: Philosophy & Practice Based on the Unity of Disease...
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Major restrictions have been introduced on private cars and congestion has decreased.
BBC
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Congestion through the time
Congestion across language varieties
New Zealand
Common
Ireland
Common
Australia
Common
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