the open road

noun

: roads that are away from cities and towns
traveling on the open road

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But with the right mindset and tools, that leap lands you squarely in the future – saving money, reducing emissions, and discovering a new rhythm to the open road. Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026 The Taos is peppy enough to move along on the open road, considering the inherent limitations of the segment. James Raia, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026 Valadez, a package delivery driver, maintained a following of over 164,000 on Facebook and shared videos of his travels throughout Mexico on the open road. Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026 For anyone who wants to experience the American idea of the open road with a side of nostalgia, traveling Route 66 is an unmissable experience. Daria Bachmann, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the open road

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“The open road.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20open%20road. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.

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