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also busses
as in cars
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels
this old bus is still running—but barely
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Recent Examples of buses
Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025
The buses were headed to Mexico City as part of a program funded by the Mexican government to help deportees travel back to their home states.
—Daniel Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Roughly 25% of bond propositions are for independent school districts to build new buildings, purchase new technology, buses or other projects, with interest and other terms lasting up to 40 years.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 29 Oct. 2025
The project advances from lab to real-world scale with real heavy-duty trucks and buses using the infrastructure in everyday conditions.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
Mamdani, who maintains a double-digit lead in the latest polls, has campaigned on issues of affordability, promoting ambitious ideas such as free city buses, rent freezes, and city-run grocery stores.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
Keep a distance from high profile vehicles such as trucks, buses and vehicles towing trailers.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Two members of Milwaukee County's Board of Supervisors are proposing a new strategy to reduce fare evasion on county buses that would place uniformed security staff on buses and at high-evasion bus stops.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Mamdani used the moment to highlight his broader transit agenda, including a promise to deliver free, faster buses citywide.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
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City and transit officials have announced safety initiatives specifically targeting buses, trains and uptown since the stabbing.
—Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025
The buses were headed to Mexico City as part of a program funded by the Mexican government to help deportees travel back to their home states.
—Daniel Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Roughly 25% of bond propositions are for independent school districts to build new buildings, purchase new technology, buses or other projects, with interest and other terms lasting up to 40 years.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 29 Oct. 2025
The project advances from lab to real-world scale with real heavy-duty trucks and buses using the infrastructure in everyday conditions.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
Mamdani, who maintains a double-digit lead in the latest polls, has campaigned on issues of affordability, promoting ambitious ideas such as free city buses, rent freezes, and city-run grocery stores.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
Keep a distance from high profile vehicles such as trucks, buses and vehicles towing trailers.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Two members of Milwaukee County's Board of Supervisors are proposing a new strategy to reduce fare evasion on county buses that would place uniformed security staff on buses and at high-evasion bus stops.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Mamdani used the moment to highlight his broader transit agenda, including a promise to deliver free, faster buses citywide.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buses
Noun
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Snag cordless stick models, robot vacuums, and handheld versions that are ideal for stairs and cars.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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In two years, the cars will ascend toward a building full of paying members instead of open sky.—
Patrick Iversen,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Esther, so comfortable being in charge, even coaches Sasha on how to say hello to the woman.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
24 Oct. 2025
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Billups, the 2004 NBA Finals MVP who now coaches the Portland Trailblazers, was released on bond Thursday.—
Sean Neumann,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Its vast chambers have been used to study the aerodynamics of wind turbines, trucks, and automobiles, helping improve efficiency and reduce drag across industries.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Oct. 2025
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For now, South Korea is stuck with a 25% tariff on automobiles, putting automakers such as Hyundai and Kia at a disadvantage against Japanese and European competitors, which face 15%.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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After this, lithography machines chemically develop the photoresist so that some areas dissolve and others stay.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Nov. 2025
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The inspector noted possible rodent droppings in the cabinets underneath the popcorn and soda machines.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In video footage captured, the reptile can be seen slithering in between the front wheels of the car in search of an entry point underneath.—
Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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With its sleek, minimalist design and smooth spinner wheels, this bag gives an aesthetic upgrade to your travel game.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Season 2 will focus on three more scenic escapes as Ross jets off to new destinations.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Lastly, use a 5- or 10-round magazine so that the rifle rides the shooting rest better.—
The Editors,
Outdoor Life,
30 Oct. 2025
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If a Muslim tenant organizer who rides the subway and speaks openly about Palestinian human rights can be the mayor of New York, then the political story America has told itself since 9/11—about who belongs and who must prove belonging—begins to shift.—
Faisal Kutty,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Held each year on the Saturday before Veterans Day, the procession typically begins at noon in Milam Park and cruises its way through downtown along historic Houston Street.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
26 Oct. 2025
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The 9- and 14-day cruises explore cities like Syracuse, New York; Cleveland, Ohio; and Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and mark the first Great Lakes cruises for the company.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Buses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buses. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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