shortcut left turn to avoid traffic
A driving maneuver where a driver makes a left turn from a congested road into a side street, often to bypass a traffic jam or red light. The term carries a negative connotation, implying a selfish or rule-bending action.
朝の渋滞を避けるため、彼はよく捨て左折を使う。
To avoid the morning traffic jam, he often uses a shortcut left turn.
その交差点では捨て左折が多く、近隣住民から苦情が出ている。
There are many shortcut left turns at that intersection, and local residents have complained.
Compound of 捨て (sute, 'throwing away') and 左折 (sasetsu, 'left turn'). The 捨て element suggests a disregard for proper driving etiquette or rules.