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Former Metro Councilmember Emily Evans argues the city should upgrade its sidewalks, traffic signals and bus stops out of its regular annual capital budget.
—Nate Rau, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
Several structures were damaged in the area, along with power lines, trees, gas lines, traffic signals, and traffic signs, said Valerie Littlejohn, public information officer with the Oklahoma City Police Department.
—Chris Boyette, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
Residents voted on a $135 million transportation bond that will fund projects improving streets, intersections and traffic signals.
—Shawn Raymundo, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
The proposal also includes $100 million to install and maintain traffic signals and improve accessibility.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 22 Oct. 2024
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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 16 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
traffic signal
noun
: a signal (as a traffic light) for controlling traffic
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