sit-downs

Definition of sit-downsnext
plural of sit-down

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slowdowns
Noun
  • Travel disruptions are expected along major corridors, including Interstate 5, where slowdowns and hazards from standing water may persist into late week.
    Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
  • The strike comes as travelers in the United States face potential slowdowns at airport security and the continual suspension of the popular Global Entry trusted traveler program here due to an ongoing partial government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Sit-downs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sit-downs. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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