driver's license
noun
: a license issued under governmental authority that permits the holder to operate a motor vehicle
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Labrador enrolled in Perrysburg High School in January 2024 and went on to obtain an Ohio driver's license and social security number, a statement provided to PEOPLE by the district said.
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Michael Nied, People.com, 21 May 2025
Millions of people have yet to apply for the Real ID versions of their states' driver's licenses, which often cost more and require more documentation.
—Martin Kaste, NPR, 6 May 2025
With the looming deadline, many state license bureaus are at maximum capacity and unable to accept additional appointments to get a Real ID driver's license.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2025
More than 74 percent of people with a Michigan driver's license or ID had upgraded to a REAL ID as of April 16, according to the Michigan Department of State.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
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Michael Nied, People.com, 21 May 2025
Millions of people have yet to apply for the Real ID versions of their states' driver's licenses, which often cost more and require more documentation.
—Martin Kaste, NPR, 6 May 2025
With the looming deadline, many state license bureaus are at maximum capacity and unable to accept additional appointments to get a Real ID driver's license.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2025
More than 74 percent of people with a Michigan driver's license or ID had upgraded to a REAL ID as of April 16, according to the Michigan Department of State.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
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“Driver's license.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/driver%27s%20license. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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