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suspension bridge
noun
: a bridge that has its roadway suspended from two or more cables usually passing over towers and securely anchored at the ends see bridge illustration
Examples of suspension bridge in a Sentence
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If completed, the ambitious project — which has long been contemplated, but never completed — would be the longest suspension bridge in the world.
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Hayes Gardner, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2024
The resort boasts a half-acre pool featuring a swim-through rock grotto, waterfalls, a water slide tower, and a suspension bridge.
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Jamie Davis Smith, USA TODAY, 4 July 2024
Get closer to the clouds at Senda Monteverde, a perfect base for exploring the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve: enjoy zip-line tours through a thrilling canopy, guided climbs outside (and inside) the trunks of giant trees, and wildlife spotting from treetop suspension bridges.
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Nina Kokotas Hahn, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2023
Flags are fluttering along Gatlinburg SkyPark's 700-foot long suspension bridge in a patriotic display in time for Memorial Day.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1821, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of suspension bridge was
in 1821
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“Suspension bridge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suspension%20bridge. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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suspension bridge
noun
: a bridge that has its roadway suspended from two or more cables usually passing over towers and strongly anchored at the ends
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