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Traffic Jam

Description:

A traffic jam refers to a situation where a large number of vehicles become immobile or move at a very slow pace on a road network, resulting in significant delays and congestion. It typically occurs due to excessive traffic volume, road closures, accidents, or inadequate transportation infrastructure.

Senses:

1. Noun - Congestion: A traffic jam as a state of congestion on the roads.
2. Verb - Cause Delay: To cause or experience a delay in traffic flow due to a jam.
3. Noun - Difficulty: A situation where there is congestion; can be used metaphorically.
4. Noun - Obstruction: A situation in which a road or passage is blocked, preventing the smooth flow of traffic.

Sample Sentences:

• The traffic jam on the highway made me late for work.
• The heavy rainfall caused a massive traffic jam in the city.
• Accidents frequently lead to traffic jams on this road.
• If we don't leave early, we might get caught in the evening traffic jam.

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