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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gridlocked
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During the day, McKinley Park is filled with activity, from dog walkers and joggers to families enjoying the outdoors.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026 -
Just off the lobby, Feuillage is the spot for teas, coffees and jewel-like cakes, from macarons filled with fresh raspberries and cream, to lemon tarts topped with a shimmer of gold leaf.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
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More than 3,000 people had packed the giant ballroom for this year’s dinner in the basement of the Washington Hilton, about a mile north of the White House.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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Some 2,600 guests packed into the ballroom at the Washington Hilton, hitting the floor, ducking under tables.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Apr. 2026
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Streets are expected to be congested during the festival, but getting there could be a bit easier by using water taxis.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Spring break begins Monday for public schools across metro Atlanta, which means the roads and airport will be congested Friday with families trying to skip town for sun and fun.—
Emma Hurt,
AJC.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Gridlocked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gridlocked. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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