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Traffic
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traffico
the coming and going of cars, airplanes, people, etc. in an area at a particular time
What is "traffic"?
Traffic refers to the movement of vehicles and people along roads or streets. It involves cars, buses, bicycles, and pedestrians moving from one place to another. The flow of traffic can vary depending on the time of day, road conditions, and the number of vehicles or people. In busy areas, traffic can become slow, causing delays. Proper management of traffic helps ensure safety and smooth movement on roads.
Example
The traffic on the highway was heavy during rush hour.
The traffic in the city center slowed to a crawl due to construction.
Air traffic at the airport increased significantly during the holiday season.
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traffico, commercio illecito
buying and selling; especially illicit trade
03
relazione, interazione
social or verbal interchange (usually followed by `with')
04
traffico, circolazione
the amount of activity over a communication system during a given period of time
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traffico, circolazione
all types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, etc., that are traveling on public roads
Example
Slow-moving traffic on the freeway due to congestion.
to traffic
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trafficare
to illegally trade something
Transitive: to traffic something illegal | to traffic in something illegal
Example
Criminal organizations often traffic drugs across borders to evade law enforcement.
Authorities cracked down on individuals attempting to traffic endangered wildlife.
The police arrested suspects involved in trafficking stolen art to international buyers.
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trafficare, commerciare
to engage in trade, business, or dealings with someone
Intransitive: to traffic with sb/sth
Example
The company has been trafficking with suppliers from overseas.
He trafficked with local farmers to buy fresh produce for his restaurant.
The businessman trafficked with several partners to expand his network.
