on the road
idiom
1
: traveling especially in a car, truck, bus, etc.
We've been on the road since Tuesday.
Musicians often spend many months on the road.
2
of a vehicle
: being used
You don't see too many of those cars on the road anymore.
3
: in good enough condition to be legally driven
It will cost $1,500 to get the car back on the road.
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The Flyers rebounded to win two of three on the road — including a 7-3 stunner at Colorado, who boast the best record in the NHL — but failed to carry that momentum with them home.
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CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
And considering how many old beaters are on the road, spring for new tires and brakes.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The Patriots made history this season by being the first team in league history to win nine games on the road in a single season.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026
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CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
And considering how many old beaters are on the road, spring for new tires and brakes.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The Patriots made history this season by being the first team in league history to win nine games on the road in a single season.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for on the road
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“On the road.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20road. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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