commute 1 of 2

as in to exchange
to give up (something) and take something else in return commuting foreign currency to domestic

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

commute

2 of 2

noun

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of commute
Verb
These schools were identified by superintendents of both districts as having the highest level of needs for students who struggle to commute by foot or bike, according to the city. Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2025 Christian Von Koenigsegg commutes in a Toyota GR Yaris. Charles Singh, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
Radium Performance View 4 Images Some electric skateboards are nice sedate things, designed for leisurely commutes on city sidewalks. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 7 Apr. 2025 Trump commutes sentence of Jason Galanis, a former Hunter Biden associate who cooperated with the GOP House investigation. Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 4 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for commute
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commute
Verb
  • By establishing a common language for inter-agent interaction, A2A allows agents to securely exchange information, coordinate actions and collaborate dynamically without sharing memory or tools.
    Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Some have rewards like valuable expendable items, such as keys to open locked doors or coins to exchange for tools like shovels and compasses.
    Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Deputy Assistant Attorney General Drew Ensign pushed back at a lower court hearing, however, saying no deportation flights were scheduled for Friday or Saturday.
    Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Ahmed Walid ‘Now hear me out on Alexander-Arnold…’ Limited to just two wins this season, let this be another for Aaron Ramsdale, who made 105 saves in vain as Southampton got bounced from the top flight.
    Adam Crafton, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Read Next Miami Heat Kyle ‘Slow-Mo’ Anderson making strong first impression on Heat with ‘unorthodox’ style of play April 9, 2025 10:03 AM Wiggins, 30, has already missed 14 games because of injury or illness since being traded to the Heat.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Fans have not forgiven him for trading a global superstar in the prime of his career.
    Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The New York Times previously reported that Trump’s commutation thwarted an ongoing effort by prosecutors to negotiate a cooperation deal with Braun that would have freed him from prison in exchange for his offering information about other predatory lenders for a criminal investigation.
    Dan Mangan, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Paoletta did not respond to a request for comment regarding Galanis' commutation.
    Lucien Bruggeman, ABC News, 31 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The eight-episode dramedy stars Luke Kirby and French actress Charlotte Gainsbourg as the directors of ballet companies in New York and Paris, respectively, who agree to swap their main attractions in a bid to save their storied institutions.
    Michael Ausiello, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Maybe the fan theories are right, and Ariana swapping out her Glinda pink for Swarovski lilac is yet another sign of a brand new era.
    Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The new street name replaces 2000 N. 59th St., just a short jaunt away from Overbrook High School, from which Smith graduated in 1986.
    Greta Cross, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Related Articles Weekend getaway: A Seattle jaunt takes in the new Ocean Pavilion, waterfront park and more Other worthy stops on the Rogue Food Trail include the Applegate River Lavender Farm near Jacksonville and the English Lavender Farm in Applegate Valley.
    Ben Davidson, The Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The 20-course omakase will change seasonally and feature ingredients that Toshi forages locally.
    Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
  • So any of the below snubs could change, and IndieWire understands the festival hasn’t screened all the possibilities just yet.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Helicopter tours in New York have been controversial, and some flights have turned deadly, USA TODAY reported.
    Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Its tours are ranked among the highest grossing in the world, and its philanthropic arm, the WaterWheel Foundation, has donated more than nine million dollars to five hundred nonprofit organizations.
    Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Commute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commute. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on commute

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!