Definition of drivernext
as in chauffeur
a person who travels by automobile fans arriving by public transportation will find the south entrance most convenient, but drivers will have a choice of entrances

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Recent Examples of driver The charges stem from allegations that Pluchino had been attempting to pull over drivers in an unmarked vehicle earlier this month. Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026 The cost of government is another significant driver of affordability, or the lack thereof, and California’s is one of the most onerous. Adam B. Summers, Oc Register, 24 Jan. 2026 Officials are asking drivers to minimize, or if possible, avoid travel to allow snow plows the proper amount of time and space to clear the roads. Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 24 Jan. 2026 Known as a fiery driver for much of his career, learning of his induction was humbling. Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 24 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for driver
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Noun
  • The experience is overseen by hotel director Vanessa Garrido and supported by a full suite of services, including personalized concierge, chauffeur service, tailoring, a gym, massage rooms and bespoke private experiences.
    María Casbas, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Jan. 2026
  • As in Kurosawa’s film, the friends have swapped clothes, leading the kidnapper to snatch the chauffeur’s son rather than the mogul’s.
    Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 21 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Beshear also encouraged motorists to take their time on the roads and ensure their cars are safe to drive after crews faced challenges from the cold temperatures.
    Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 27 Jan. 2026
  • That means anything that melts during the day and is still on roadways will refreeze Tuesday night, making roads and walkways especially treacherous for motorists and pedestrians.
    Elissa Jorgensen, Dallas Morning News, 27 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The Private Equity Playbook — Adam Coffey An operator’s guide to scaling, acquiring, and exiting businesses based on extensive private equity experience.
    Jennifer J. Fondrevay, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
  • That support came into doubt late last year, when the subway operator sought to tighten borrowing terms, and pushed the developer to the brink of default.
    Bloomberg News, Bloomberg, 28 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Known for his competitiveness and technical skill, Larson is respected across NASCAR as a true wheelman.
    Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 15 Nov. 2025
  • Getaway driver extraordinaire Jim Ellis (Josh Holloway) is a very good wheelman who enjoys being a very good wheelman.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 May 2025

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“Driver.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/driver. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.

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