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traffic calming

British

noun

the use of a series of devices, such as bends and humps in the road, to slow down traffic, esp in residential areas

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One motoring organisation has said traffic calming measures like speed bumps should be installed to force drivers to do 20mph.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2024

Morales proposes a $3.6 million boost for traffic calming citywide, with the understanding her district could likely show the highest need for improvements.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 17, 2022

A bizarre traffic calming idea in Dorset didn't quite end up as intended.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2014

It makes him sound like a backbencher with a bee in his bonnet about traffic calming measures being listened to with polite tolerance at prime minister's questions.

From The Guardian • Jul. 31, 2011

“These changes have a traffic calming effect, lowering speeds and increasing driver attention.”

From New York Times • Nov. 22, 2010

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