as in motorists
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 drivers
Special shoutout goes to the warm and welcoming drivers who bring you to and from the airport (transfers are included in your rate).
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
An hour later, drivers on either side of the gas line break still were being forced to turn around, an Idaho Statesman reporter observed.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2026
Illinois rideshare drivers could soon collectively bargain with Uber and Lyft after the state General Assembly passed legislation early yesterday outlining a path toward unionization.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
Colorful street art that had been painted on the roadway in an effort to slow drivers has since been covered with black paint, and much of the delineator poles that were installed are no longer there, residents said.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
Addressing Transportation Workforce Challenges Transportation providers across the country continue to face persistent workforce shortages, particularly for licensed drivers and operational staff.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 2 June 2026
As drivers waved signs and chanted with the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House providing a backdrop, labor leaders described the victory as the largest private-sector organizing win since Ford autoworkers unionized in 1941.
—Leah Willingham, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
An hour later, drivers on either side of the gas line break still were being forced to turn around, an Idaho Statesman reporter observed.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2026
Illinois rideshare drivers could soon collectively bargain with Uber and Lyft after the state General Assembly passed legislation early yesterday outlining a path toward unionization.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
Colorful street art that had been painted on the roadway in an effort to slow drivers has since been covered with black paint, and much of the delineator poles that were installed are no longer there, residents said.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
Addressing Transportation Workforce Challenges Transportation providers across the country continue to face persistent workforce shortages, particularly for licensed drivers and operational staff.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 2 June 2026
As drivers waved signs and chanted with the gold dome of the Massachusetts State House providing a backdrop, labor leaders described the victory as the largest private-sector organizing win since Ford autoworkers unionized in 1941.
—Leah Willingham, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drivers
Noun
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The attorney said trees and cars limited the motorists’ ability to see the pedestrian crossing sign that warns of the crosswalk ahead.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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The gas tax suspension was originally supposed to end on May 19, but Governor Brian Kemp extended the relief to help motorists get through Memorial Day weekend.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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After guests complete extensive health forms, obtain medical approval and attend a mandatory safety briefing the day prior to the trip, they’re whisked by private chauffeurs to the international airport, where either a massive Airbus A340 or a more cozy Gulfstream G550 jet awaits.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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Then there were the chauffeurs.—
Dan Alexander,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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TourScoop coversguided group tours and tour operators,tour operator reviews,tour itinerary reviews andtravel gear recommendations.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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“Drivers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drivers. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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