roadworks

British

/ ˈrəʊdˌwɜːks /

plural noun

repairs to a road or cable under a road, esp when forming a hazard or obstruction to traffic

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China's Baidu is also to launch in the British capital, where winding streets, roadworks and pedestrian traffic bring unique challenges.

From Barron's ● Jun. 24, 2026

The move came amid complaints in 2024 over traffic problems during roadworks associated with the development of Grand Central Station.

From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2026

Meanwhile, roadworks and maintenance, all but abrogated in recent years due to the government’s financial woes, have been in full swing.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 27, 2025

He added that if the roadworks go ahead, Ezariya’s role as a top Palestinian commercial hub would end.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2025

We reach the first barrier, which is like the barriers blocking off roadworks, or dug-up sewers: a wooden crisscross painted in yellow and black stripes, a red hexagon which means Stop.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood

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