Word: GRIDLOCK
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of GRIDLOCK
- A condition of total, interlocking traffic congestion on the streets or highways of a crowded city, in which no one can move because everyone is in someone else's way.
- On a smaller scale: the situation in which cars enter a signal-controlled intersection too late during the green light cycle, and are unable to clear the intersection (due to congestion in the next block) when the light turns red, thus blocking the cross traffic when it's their turn to go. Repeated at enough intersections, this phenomenon can lead to citywide gridlock.
- (by extension) any paralysis of a complex system due to severe congestion, conflict, or deadlock.
- To cause traffic congestion
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "gridlock" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "gridlock" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 19 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GRIDLOCK a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is GRIDLOCK worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in GRIDLOCK? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing GRIDLOCK:
- # the gridlock effect
- # master of gridlock
- # playing with gridlock
- # in terms of gridlock
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