hit the road

phrase

Synonyms of hit the roadnext
: leave, travel
also : to set out

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The Royals will also hit the road for some holidays and other festivities in 2027. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026 Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026 Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding. — Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026 Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hit the road

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“Hit the road.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hit%20the%20road. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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