pinch point
noun/ˈpɪntʃ pɔɪnt/
/ˈpɪntʃ pɔɪnt/
- a place or point where problems can occur because things are really busy, especially on a road
- When traffic builds up, the spot becomes a dangerous pinch point.
- There are always strains and pinch points when it comes to allocating scarce resources.
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