Synonyms of congestion

congestion

noun

as in traffic

Related Words

• traffic
• gridlock
• delay
• slowdown
• lock
• stoppage
• crawl
• bottleneck
• tangle
• snarl
• logjam
• jam
• tailback
• jam-up
• backup
• tie-up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of congestion

Burk said other improvements are needed on the east side of Albertsons Stadium first, specifically with the concourse to address overcrowding and fan congestion. — Idaho Statesman, 13 July 2026

And why are these bicycle lanes being put on busy streets where there is already congestion? — Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026

Our goal must be a balanced system that reduces congestion, improves mobility, supports economic growth, and enhances the quality of life for everyone who calls Orange County home. — Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026

That didn't stop the public from criticizing the weekend congestion. — Noe Padilla, USA Today, 10 July 2026

Utilities can then connect new resources using flexible operating agreements or battery storage to manage those rare congestion events. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 9 July 2026

To combat traffic woes, the city wants to make improvements to decrease congestion, enhance safety and renew pavement along the busy corridor. — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026

Digital scheduling tools like Arctic expedition coordination platforms help reduce congestion and ecological impact too. — Indrabati Lahiri, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Vessel bunching at hubs like Shanghai and Ningbo has been the main culprit of the congestion. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 8 July 2026