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Examples of traffic signal in a Sentence
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For example, Nampa has been able to synchronize and manage its traffic signals from one central point.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 1 June 2024
Advertisement Scheffler was booked on four charges: second-degree assault of a police officer, which is a felony, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving and disregarding traffic signals from an officer directing traffic.
—Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2024
Scheffler, 27, was arrested on charges of second-degree assault of a police officer -- a felony -- as well as third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving and disregarding traffic signals from an officer directing traffic, according to police.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 29 May 2024
Scheffler was arrested on May 17 and charged with felony second-degree assault of a police officer, as well as three misdemeanors, including third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving and disregarding traffic signals from an officer directing traffic.
—Natasha Dye, Peoplemag, 26 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1893, in the meaning defined above
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“Traffic signal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/traffic%20signal. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
traffic signal
noun
: a signal (as a traffic light) for controlling traffic
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