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as in pushing
to apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one
drove the plunger into the opening
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as in forcing
to cause (a person) to give in to pressure
the corrupt governor was driven out of office
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as in activating
to cause to function
machinery driven by waterpower
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as in moving
to set or keep in motion
this motor drives the gears, which then turn the shaft
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as in speeding
to proceed or move quickly
the runner drove past the finish line and then came to a dead stop
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Recent Examples of driving
Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 8 Aug. 2024
View Photos Some dual-motor all-wheel-drive electrics—such as early versions of the Tesla Model Y—offer more driving range than their two-wheel-drive analogs due to careful calibration to only use a single motor during the EPA's test cycles.
—Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Mar. 2023
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Globally, ticket prices for flyers have increased dramatically because the war with Iran is driving up fuel costs.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
As a result, the rear-wheel A-Spec model gets slightly more driving range than the front-wheel drive (FWD) EX and Touring Prologue trims (296 miles of range, a combined MPGe rating of 99).
—Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 8 Aug. 2024
View Photos Some dual-motor all-wheel-drive electrics—such as early versions of the Tesla Model Y—offer more driving range than their two-wheel-drive analogs due to careful calibration to only use a single motor during the EPA's test cycles.
—Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Mar. 2023
Verb
And Coppola never gives us a clear sense of the fashion concept that’s driving the show.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Globally, ticket prices for flyers have increased dramatically because the war with Iran is driving up fuel costs.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for driving
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The exhibition reimagines graffiti as a dynamic cultural force and blends two and three-dimensional works.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Mar. 2026
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The combination of Luka Doncic and LeBron James was overpowering and enthralling for all to see during the Lakers’ dynamic 124-116 win over the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Wednesday.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2026
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He was last seen running near the outdoor gear store Cabela's, but investigators learned the suspect fled the complex in an unknown direction.—
Frederick Sutton Sinclair,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Habba denied running it, while DOJ forcefully defended its view that Trump has the final say on who leads these offices.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Mar. 2026
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The Press Democrat reported that Ziemer crashed while riding an electric scooter and suffered a major head injury.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The third crew member, who went by Kaumu, hopped into the cab, with Prager riding shotgun.—
Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2026
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The San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento will see temperatures pushing toward 90 by midweek.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Mar. 2026
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Tensions in the Middle East are pushing the United Kingdom to consider new military technology to protect global energy supplies.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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This has raised the cost of materials for jewelry brands, forcing many to increase prices.—
Andrea Bossi,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2026
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Internal pressure within Cuba, including fuel shortages and economic instability, could also play a role in forcing reforms.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Antagonists arrive in the form of a private equity firm looking to acquire the company, activating an endgame.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2026
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Melbourne revitalized its center by activating small laneways with cafes, art and nightlife.—
Liam Stanton,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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Begin the evening with an aperitivo in the sleek Lobby Bar before moving into the restaurant’s warm and womblike interior.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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The show at the Kimbell is masterfully installed, both impressive and subtle in its narrative flow and visual rhythm and at moments quite moving.—
Sarah Kozlowski,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Several commercial outfits have recently announced big funding influxes aimed at speeding up the development and launch of new orbiting outposts.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Silverado may have been speeding at the time of the collision, according to preliminary evidence gathered by APD investigators.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Driving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/driving. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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