bicycles

plural of bicycle
as in bikes
a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars the range of the boy's explorations vastly expanded when he acquired his first bicycle

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Recent Examples of bicycles Their batteries and motors make many models considerably heavier than conventional bicycles. Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Responding to a surge in electric bicycles and scooters, Illinois lawmakers passed legislation earlier this year to create a statewide regulatory framework for e-bikes and e-scooters. Lila Hempel-Edgers, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026 These vehicles often take advantage of infrastructure originally set aside for bicycles but can come with features—much higher speeds, much heavier weights—that can increase the risks for cyclists. ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2026 Walking, jogging, running, bicycles, cargo bicycles and mobility scooters are allowed; for the first few weeks, no pedal-assist bicycles will be permitted. Paula Wethington, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026 Designing the bicycles, however, was only half the challenge. Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 The rescue party made its way to New York harbor by train, private car, and then two bicycles shared among the three of them—Frank, Sarah’s husband, on one; Sarah and Billo on the other—when shipyard traffic proved unconquerable by automobile. Claire Carusillo, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026 The train also has free Wi-Fi, Coach and Business Class seating, café service on select departures, space for bicycles, and the option to bring along a small dog or cat. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026 For years, however, the righthand lane was a lane shared by both motor vehicles and bicycles. Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bicycles
bikes
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  • The rear section is much more finished-looking, with the seat and tail flowing together in a shape influenced by Ducati’s MotoGP race bikes.
    Josh Max, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The company behind the bikes, Bear Trail Bikes, formerly CO EBikes, has faced scrutiny over those delays, as well as safety concerns and the FBI's recent seizure of the owner's assets.
    Karen Morfitt, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026

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“Bicycles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bicycles. Accessed 14 Aug. 2026.

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