decongestion
/ˌdiːkənˈdʒɛstʃən/
noun
- The process or result of relieving congestion, especially in the nasal passages or respiratory system.
- The decongestion of his sinuses allowed him to sleep through the night.
- Steam inhalation promotes decongestion and helps clear mucus.
- The medication provides rapid decongestion for cold sufferers.
- The reduction or elimination of overcrowding or blockage in a physical space or system.
- Decongestion of the emergency room was achieved by opening a new triage area.
- The city's plan for traffic decongestion includes building new bike lanes.
- The airport's decongestion efforts reduced waiting times significantly.
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