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congestion

Pronunciation: [kənˈdʒɛstʃən]

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Learn how to use congestion in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “traffic”

(noun) when there are too many cars, buses, or people in one place, making it hard to move around. Think of a big crowd of cars on a busy road that are all stuck and can't go anywhere.

Example

The traffic congestion on the highway cleared up after the accident was removed.

Example

There was no congestion on the roads today, so we reached our destination quickly.

Example

Why is there so much congestion during rush hour?

Context: “health”

(noun) when the body's airways are blocked, often by mucus, making it hard to breathe. This can happen when you have a cold or allergies, and your nose feels stuffed.

Example

She felt better after taking medicine for her nasal congestion.

Example

His breathing was clear and free, showing no signs of congestion.

Example

What can help with your congestion when you're sick?

How to pronounce congestion

Pronunciation: [kənˈdʒɛstʃən]

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