pit stop
noun
1
: a stop at the pits during an automobile race
2
a(1)
: a stop (as during a trip) for fuel, food, or rest or for use of a restroom
(2)
: a temporary deviation from a direct or usual course
a career pit stop … where he worked temporarily in between TV jobs—
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b(1)
: a place where a pit stop is or can be made
(2)
: an establishment providing food or drink
Examples of pit stop in a Sentence
We made a pit stop for some food before getting back on the highway.
This little town is an ideal pit stop between the two cities.
Recent Examples on the Web
There will be a total of 100 pit stops throughout San Diego County.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2024
While making a pit stop at a gas station, the two were photographed sharing a passionate kiss.
—Kelsie Gibson, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024
The space agency is investing in the development of a propulsion system that uses nuclear power to create plasma bursts
The future of space travel depends on our ability to reach celestial pit stops faster and more efficiently.
—Passant Rabie / Gizmodo, Quartz, 8 May 2024
Lap 120: An issue on Kyle Larson’s left front tire, and a slightly slower pit stop by the No. 5 team.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2024
Here’s a look at Trump’s pit stop at the South Florida race.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 6 May 2024
The race had one scary moment when Lawless Alan collided with his front-tire changer during a pit stop.
—Randy Covitz, Kansas City Star, 5 May 2024
There are plenty of boulders right off the trail, perfect for a lunch pit stop or a view lookout.
—Laura Randall, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024
The new fare and pit stops at Angel Stadium join a host of current favorites, like Strike Zone Chicken (section 223), where fans can find Nashville hot chicken sandwiches; Chronic Tacos (sections 211 and 420) for burritos, nachos and tacos; and Big A Burger (sections 107, 226, 428) for hamburgers.
—Brock Keeling, Orange County Register, 23 Apr. 2024
Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2024
While making a pit stop at a gas station, the two were photographed sharing a passionate kiss.
—Kelsie Gibson, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024
The space agency is investing in the development of a propulsion system that uses nuclear power to create plasma bursts
The future of space travel depends on our ability to reach celestial pit stops faster and more efficiently.
—Passant Rabie / Gizmodo, Quartz, 8 May 2024
Lap 120: An issue on Kyle Larson’s left front tire, and a slightly slower pit stop by the No. 5 team.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2024
Here’s a look at Trump’s pit stop at the South Florida race.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 6 May 2024
The race had one scary moment when Lawless Alan collided with his front-tire changer during a pit stop.
—Randy Covitz, Kansas City Star, 5 May 2024
There are plenty of boulders right off the trail, perfect for a lunch pit stop or a view lookout.
—Laura Randall, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024
The new fare and pit stops at Angel Stadium join a host of current favorites, like Strike Zone Chicken (section 223), where fans can find Nashville hot chicken sandwiches; Chronic Tacos (sections 211 and 420) for burritos, nachos and tacos; and Big A Burger (sections 107, 226, 428) for hamburgers.
—Brock Keeling, Orange County Register, 23 Apr. 2024
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“Pit stop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pit%20stop. Accessed 18 May. 2024.
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