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Beltway
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a highway that encircles a city or metropolitan area, providing a route for traffic bypassing the city center
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American
What is a "beltway"?
A beltway is a type of highway or road that circles or goes around a city or metropolitan area. It is designed to help drivers avoid the center of the city, allowing them to travel around it rather than through it. Beltways are often used to reduce traffic in city centers and provide a quicker route for long-distance travelers or commuters. They are typically multi-lane roads that connect major highways or roads, making it easier to travel between different parts of a region without entering the city.
Example
They took the beltway to avoid downtown traffic.
She commuted daily on the beltway to reach her office.
