
Checkpoint
Police Presence
Checkpoints often imply police or military are present for security reasons.

Drivers should be prepared to show their ID at the police checkpoint.
Safety Checks
Checkpoints can be set up for safety, such as checking for drunk drivers.

There was a sobriety checkpoint on New Year's Eve to deter drunk driving.
Travel Slows Down
Expect delays when approaching a checkpoint, as each vehicle is stopped and checked.

We got stuck at a checkpoint for 30 minutes during our road trip.
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