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Traffic

usgb/ˈtræfɪk/Volume
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Not Always CarsPlay
Traffic can refer to the movement of people or animals, not just vehicles. SlideThe foot traffic in the mall is higher on weekends.
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Context MattersPlay
Traffic's meaning changes with context; rush hour refers specifically to busy transportation times. SlideMorning rush hour traffic causes delays.
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Describing DensityPlay
Use adjectives like heavy, light, or gridlocked to describe the volume and movement of traffic. SlideThe traffic was gridlocked for hours.