microbus

noun

Definition of microbusnext
as in bus

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Recent Examples of microbus The microbus is to be on display during the LA Auto Show in the Volkswagen area. — Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 21 Nov. 2025 Throughout the 1950s, Volkswagen’s Type 2 microbus was hardly a collectible, but rather a tradesman’s workhorse, or a wholesome weekend motel on wheels for families camping mostly across Europe and North America. — Robert Ross, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2025 The original microbus is Volkswagen's second-oldest vehicle behind the Beetle. — Khristopher J. Brooks, CBS News, 5 June 2023 The microbus, a sort of mass transit minivan, was transporting people from Sohag province to Cairo, the statement said. — BostonGlobe.com, 13 Aug. 2022 See All Example Sentences for microbus
Recent Examples of Synonyms for microbus
  1. bus
  2. minibus
  3. car
  4. minivan
  5. jitney
  6. automobile
  7. coach
  8. auto
Noun
  • Sacramento Regional Transit District said a bus bridge has been put in place between the Historic Folsom and Sunrise stations, and that Gold Line passengers should expect delays as crews work to restore service.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Starshield satellites are believed to be based heavily on the Starlink spacecraft bus.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of bus
Noun
  • The Harmony module is a utility hub 14 feet wide and 24 feet long, or about the length of a minibus.
    — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • From mid-size crossovers to gargantuan three-row haulers, the high-riding faux rugged minibus has become the default setting for families.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of minibus
Noun
  • Abeyta left in his car before deputies arrived and surrendered to authorities the following day.
    — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2026
  • While stopped, a white SUV pulled up alongside their car and a person inside opened fire at Delgado’s car, police said.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of car
Noun
  • Surveillance footage from businesses on the block showed the incident unfolding, with a minivan being followed closely by another driver, per WMAQ.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Kaia Hubbard For her part, Hinson has pitched herself to Iowa as a fighter for the state, often speaking of being a minivan-driving mom who is ready to get things done for Iowa.
    — Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of minivan
Noun
  • The measure also includes small changes to Houston's pedicab and jitney industries.
    — Jay R. Jordan, Chron, 17 May 2022
  • Simon Berry started a jitney service that catered to Greenwood's Black community, who were barred from using White taxi services.
    — Jazmin Goodwin, CNN, 16 May 2021
Definition of jitney
Noun
  • The two governments have resumed negotiations after talks collapsed in August, with discussions focused on reducing tariffs on Canadian steel and automobiles.
    — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 11 Nov. 2026
  • But tariffs on lumber, steel, aluminum and automobiles remain central sources of tension in the trading relationship.
    — Rich Percival, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of automobile
Noun
  • Doncic has been on a scoring tear for the Lakers, his play at such a high level that even coach JJ Redick has marveled at the guard’s achievements.
    — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Illinois coach Brad Underwood watches players practice before a Final Four game against UConn on April 3, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
    — Eric Olson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of coach
Noun
  • Getting more aggressive at writing new policies always tends to put pressure on an auto insurer's bottom line.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Whoever decided turning 60 meant auto-scheduling a pixie chop clearly missed the memo.
    — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of auto

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“Microbus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/microbus. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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