as in automobiles
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels
every teenager's dream of getting a driver's license and a first car
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Recent Examples of cars
Starting around 2015, scores of accidents involving tractor-trailers and passenger cars were reported in the area each year, often resulting in damage to the cars and medical care for occupants who reported injuries.
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Patrick Radden Keefe, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
The cars run up and down Coast Highway with plenty of convenient stops at major points of interest.
—Acacia Gabriel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
For travelers looking to cut costs, these features may help cut expenses on hotels, rental cars and other parts of a trip.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
In March, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced a push into EVs, including plans to produce electric cars and expand charging infrastructure.
—ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
By some estimates, BYD can make cars for 25 percent less than competitors in the West.
—Seth Doane, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
The fear of long charging times — or finding a safe place to plug in — are major deterrents keeping drivers from buying electric cars.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
The company began moving its cars back to the district in January and plans to bring more to the city in the coming weeks.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 25 Mar. 2025
And its dominance extends beyond cars; China also produces more than half the global supply of steel, aluminum, and ships.
—Michael B. G. Froman, Foreign Affairs, 25 Mar. 2025
Patrick Radden Keefe, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
The cars run up and down Coast Highway with plenty of convenient stops at major points of interest.
—Acacia Gabriel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
For travelers looking to cut costs, these features may help cut expenses on hotels, rental cars and other parts of a trip.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
In March, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced a push into EVs, including plans to produce electric cars and expand charging infrastructure.
—ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
By some estimates, BYD can make cars for 25 percent less than competitors in the West.
—Seth Doane, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
The fear of long charging times — or finding a safe place to plug in — are major deterrents keeping drivers from buying electric cars.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
The company began moving its cars back to the district in January and plans to bring more to the city in the coming weeks.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 25 Mar. 2025
And its dominance extends beyond cars; China also produces more than half the global supply of steel, aluminum, and ships.
—Michael B. G. Froman, Foreign Affairs, 25 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cars
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And in 1931, Sears launched Allstate Insurance, pushing through the challenges of the Great Depression and World War II to reach customers who owned automobiles.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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When automobiles arrived on the scene, the average American had a chance to hit the open road and see the country like never before.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2026
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Local media reported gunfire as some Haitians forced the drivers of small colorful buses known as tap-taps to disembark their passengers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Apr. 2026
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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All terrain wheels and five point safety harnesses, combining easy maneuverability with safety and stability for everyday use.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Neo is Apple's most obvious attempt to challenge budget laptops like Google's Chromebook models and entry-level Windows machines, which can start around $300 or less.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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Millions of Bissell cleaning machines sold at popular retailers, including Target, Walmart and Amazon, have been recalled after causing over a hundred reported burn injuries.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Cars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cars. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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