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 States with the highest and lowest gas prices In California, drivers are paying just over $6 a gallon on average for regular gas, according to GasBuddy. Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 2 May 2026 The major driver of these costs is hospital prices, with one in two healthcare dollars and one in eight dollars of our members’ total compensation ending up in the hands of large hospital chains. Manny Pastreich, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026 During this, the driver shot the victim before leaving the scene, heading westbound on 59th Street. Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 2 May 2026 The driver has two prior arrests for fleeing police and is being held at the Ramsey County jail, according to the sheriff’s office. Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for driver
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Noun
  • Maduko’s resignation comes after former chancellor Terrence Cheng was removed from his position and transferred into a new role, following a 2024 audit that showed improper spending on meals, alcohol and chauffeur services.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Guests exploring the city can bypass Uber entirely, with a complimentary chauffeur service in an electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class handling city rides within six miles—a practical expression of the hotel's commitment to seamless, high-touch service.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Drivers using the single open lane encountered stop-and-go conditions, while nearby streets such as 18th Avenue also saw congestion as motorists tried to bypass the closure.
    Da Lin, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Hines said motorists involved in a freeway crash are advised to move to the right shoulder if possible, or failing that, to remain in their vehicle with their seatbelt on.
    City News Service, Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The others on board, including the boat operator, were transported to a hospital for treatment.
    Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
  • That reduces operator workload and speeds up operations.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 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 6 May. 2026.

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