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as in sends
to cause to go or be taken from one place to another
I'll have to transport the car to our new home overseas by public carrier
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as in excites
to fill with great joy
was absolutely transported when she heard that her brother was getting married
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as in delights
to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight)
was transported with wonder when she saw the Matterhorn for the first time
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as in exiles
to force to leave a country
the offending journalist was transported out of the country and ordered to never return
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as in carries
to support and take from one place to another
will you transport this heavy casserole dish to the dining room for me?
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as in ecstasies
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
was in transports of joy after winning the championship
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as in vehicles
something used to carry goods or passengers
rising gas prices will impel more people to use public transport
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Recent Examples of transports
Cassidy Randall, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Alessi describes one version resembling a cruise missile which transports 40 attack drones over 1800 miles and release them close to the target area.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Hidden behind an unmarked door, the speakeasy-style bar offers an intimate atmosphere that transports guests back to the Prohibition era with its vintage decor and creative libations.
—T+l Editors, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024
The tang of Zing Zang transports me to the crowded confines of my grandmother’s wet bar, where the adults mixed batches of Bloody Mary’s as family slowly trickled in on Christmas Day.
—Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
In The Hunger Games, Collins transports us to the dystopian realm of Panem, a North American nation characterized by the greedy Capitol and 13 districts grappling with poverty.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Supercharging Nature’s Carbon Pump Works In Controlled Conditions The ocean’s biological pump naturally transports carbon from the surface to the deep sea, where it can be stored long-term.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The light, breezy scent transports you to a sunny afternoon walking through a lush garden.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
This heartwarming and spectacular production features stunning sets and costumes, dazzling special effects and music that transports the audience to Victorian England.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 12 Dec. 2024
Verb
After guests complete avalanche training in the morning, runs are accessed from the warm comfort of a snowcat that transports skiers and snowboarders to the top of terrain and picks them up at the bottom, to do it all again.
—Cassidy Randall, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Alessi describes one version resembling a cruise missile which transports 40 attack drones over 1800 miles and release them close to the target area.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Hidden behind an unmarked door, the speakeasy-style bar offers an intimate atmosphere that transports guests back to the Prohibition era with its vintage decor and creative libations.
—T+l Editors, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024
The tang of Zing Zang transports me to the crowded confines of my grandmother’s wet bar, where the adults mixed batches of Bloody Mary’s as family slowly trickled in on Christmas Day.
—Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
In The Hunger Games, Collins transports us to the dystopian realm of Panem, a North American nation characterized by the greedy Capitol and 13 districts grappling with poverty.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Supercharging Nature’s Carbon Pump Works In Controlled Conditions The ocean’s biological pump naturally transports carbon from the surface to the deep sea, where it can be stored long-term.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The light, breezy scent transports you to a sunny afternoon walking through a lush garden.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
This heartwarming and spectacular production features stunning sets and costumes, dazzling special effects and music that transports the audience to Victorian England.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 12 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transports
Verb
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After a short wait, one of the pilots sends back live video of a Russian soldier, his form clearly visible.—
Brian Mann,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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Watchdog sends clear message to ‘sanctuary’ officials.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Asking these questions and distinguishing patterns in their answers over time will help students develop a more concrete understanding of what excites them about the field.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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What excites me most is the democratization of these capabilities.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Disturbing the peace carries a maximum sentence of 90 days or a $100 fine in Louisiana.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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He was not allowed to enter a plea on the treason charge, which carries a death penalty.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
12 Apr. 2025
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Instead, school libraries have long served as vehicles to expose students to a broad array of ideas from authors who express unique, personal points of view.—
Jim Saunders,
Orlando Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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The Highway Operations Center will be keeping an eye on Connecticut roads and look out for disabled vehicles and any crashes, Morgan said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Though the episodes ended before Britney revealed her vote, fans are convinced that Britney votes for Danielle and banishes her based on how the episode was edited.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
28 Feb. 2025
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This duo includes a collagen serum and an eye cream that banishes dark circles and tired-looking skin.—
Taylor Lane,
Flow Space,
11 Oct. 2024
Verb
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But that’s not true of the Echo Show, which smartly relegates the screen to secondary importance.—
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy,
The Verge,
22 Nov. 2024
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The move relegates Miller Moss to a reserve role after nine uneven starts this season.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Nov. 2024
Verb
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Reporting Deadline Which brings us back to the role of the individual.—
Roger Trapp,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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There is a notion of qualified immunity for federal officials, and especially prosecutors, from being sued for their official acts, but this would be unlikely to apply when a federal official brings legal proceedings knowingly and maliciously to seek retribution.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Hiring managers may see it as a red flag that conveys a lack of independence and professional maturity in the Gen Z candidates.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
12 Dec. 2024
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Her imagery vividly conveys a sense of discomfort and awkwardness, evoking the emotional experiences of her younger self.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
9 Dec. 2024
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“Transports.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transports. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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