What is another word for jam ups?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈam ˈʌps] (IPA) 
Jam ups, also known as traffic jams, congestions, gridlock or snarl-ups, are situations where too many vehicles try to travel on the same road at the same time, causing delays and frustration for commuters. These synonyms are frequently used in news reports, traffic updates and social media posts to warn drivers and passengers about traffic conditions and to suggest alternative routes. Other common synonyms for jam ups include bottleneck, logjam, clog, deadlock and standstill. Regardless of the word used, jam ups can have significant economic and social impacts, causing delays in delivery of goods, lost productivity, wasted fuel, and increased air pollution.
