public transportation
noun
chiefly US
: a system of trains, buses, etc., that is paid for or run by the government
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Be sure to budget enough money for taxi or public transportation.
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Catherine Garcia, theweek, 22 Oct. 2024
Ronayne has championed initiatives concerning the tree canopy, solar panels, public transportation and a Fresh Water Institute.
—Sam Allard, Axios, 22 Oct. 2024
Beyond the ease of settling in, Henry points to the country’s excellent healthcare system, extensive public transportation system, and affordability as reasons for why Thailand is a great option for Americans.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
Only a third of Cook County residents say that public transportation should be expanded or updated in their communities, while 1 in 5 say local government should prioritize investments in mass transit over roads and highways — with more city residents (25%) wanting it than suburban residents (14%).
—Will Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2024
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Catherine Garcia, theweek, 22 Oct. 2024
Ronayne has championed initiatives concerning the tree canopy, solar panels, public transportation and a Fresh Water Institute.
—Sam Allard, Axios, 22 Oct. 2024
Beyond the ease of settling in, Henry points to the country’s excellent healthcare system, extensive public transportation system, and affordability as reasons for why Thailand is a great option for Americans.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
Only a third of Cook County residents say that public transportation should be expanded or updated in their communities, while 1 in 5 say local government should prioritize investments in mass transit over roads and highways — with more city residents (25%) wanting it than suburban residents (14%).
—Will Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Public transportation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20transportation. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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