go with the flow of traffic: meaning & examples

Meanings:

• 1.

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  • To drive at approximately the same speed as surrounding vehicles, rather than strictly adhering to the posted speed limit.

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  • On the highway, it's safer to go with the flow of traffic rather than drive too fast or slow.

    En la autopista, es más seguro conducir al ritmo del tráfico en lugar de ir muy rápido o lento.

  • Even though the speed limit is 60, most drivers go with the flow of traffic around 70 mph.

    Aunque el límite de velocidad es 60, la mayoría de los conductores van al ritmo del tráfico, alrededor de 70 mph.

  • During rush hour, it’s usually best to go with the flow of traffic to avoid accidents.

    Durante la hora pico, generalmente es mejor seguir el ritmo del tráfico para evitar accidentes.

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  • To manoeuvre or position a vehicle so as to blend in with the prevailing movement and direction of other traffic.

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  • The driver carefully positioned the car to go with the flow of traffic on the busy street.

    El conductor posicionó cuidadosamente el coche para integrarse con el flujo del tráfico en la calle concurrida.

  • To merge safely onto the highway, you need to go with the flow of traffic without sudden stops.

    Para incorporarte de manera segura a la autopista, debes seguir el flujo del tráfico sin paradas bruscas.

  • The automated system helps the vehicle go with the flow of traffic by adjusting speed automatically.

    El sistema automatizado ayuda al vehículo a seguir el flujo del tráfico ajustando la velocidad automáticamente.

  • She was taught to go with the flow of traffic to avoid confusing other drivers.

    Le enseñaron a seguir el flujo del tráfico para no confundir a los demás conductores.