as in automobile
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels
every teenager's dream of getting a driver's license and a first car
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Recent Examples of car
Uber has experimented with self-driving options before and in 2018, a self-driving car hit and killed an Arizona pedestrian.
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Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Only one vehicle was involved, officers say, with the car ending up off the roadway.
—Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Ensure child and pet safety: Take every precaution to never leave young children and pets alone in vehicles, especially in extreme heat when car interiors can quickly become hazardous.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Documents obtained by Fox News Digital through a public records request show that Diagne faced a felony fail to stop and render aid (resulting in bodily injury) charge, also known as hit-and-run, in relation to a Dec. 5, 2022 car crash that he was involved in.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026
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Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Only one vehicle was involved, officers say, with the car ending up off the roadway.
—Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Ensure child and pet safety: Take every precaution to never leave young children and pets alone in vehicles, especially in extreme heat when car interiors can quickly become hazardous.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Documents obtained by Fox News Digital through a public records request show that Diagne faced a felony fail to stop and render aid (resulting in bodily injury) charge, also known as hit-and-run, in relation to a Dec. 5, 2022 car crash that he was involved in.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for car
Noun
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My automobile is basically used for my immediate needs or possibly a social gathering such as lunch with friends.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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Their country had already conquered global markets with electronics and automobiles.—
Dan Bilefsky,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Commercial bus service is available to Egypt.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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While there’s no hard border between the Republic and Northern Ireland—no passport checks on trains or buses—US and other non-UK travelers are required to obtain an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) to enter Northern Ireland.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Each hard-sided bag has 360-degree spinner wheels, a 3-in-1 cupholder, a USB port and a phone holder for ultimate convenience.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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The wheels kick up a cloud of dust from the parchment-dry terrain.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Marino, a 5-foot-4 point guard, was the motor in a Gateway machine that churned out a school-record 26 victories this season.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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Obviously, indoor reductions of water use will help too — shorter showers, no unnecessary flushes, running dishwashers and laundry machines at optimal water saving settings and fullness.—
The Denver Post Editorial Board,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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Volkswagen is pivoting from cars to military tech at one of its factories, a reflection of the challenges facing Germany’s auto sector.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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Every auto loan story is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of loan products.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Car.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/car. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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