as in drivers
a person who travels by automobile
environmental organizations suggest that motorists get together and carpool to avoid adding to pollution levels
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Recent Examples of motorists
Over a five-year period, New York saw a 60% decline in motorists being cited more than twice, similar to San Francisco.
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
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
As a result of the highway closure, motorists should expect detours and more traffic.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Caltrans will post detour signs, and urged motorists to plan for extra travel time.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
The event, which featured speakers, musical performances and the Caltrans Honor Guard, was intended to both honor those who died and remind the public of the dangerous conditions — including fast-moving and distracted motorists — that workers face daily.
—Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Southeast Asia’s motorists are increasingly feeling the pinch as the Iran energy crisis extends into its eighth week.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
In addition, motorists also will be able to travel east on Asylum and turn south onto Whitney.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
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
As a result of the highway closure, motorists should expect detours and more traffic.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Caltrans will post detour signs, and urged motorists to plan for extra travel time.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
The event, which featured speakers, musical performances and the Caltrans Honor Guard, was intended to both honor those who died and remind the public of the dangerous conditions — including fast-moving and distracted motorists — that workers face daily.
—Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Southeast Asia’s motorists are increasingly feeling the pinch as the Iran energy crisis extends into its eighth week.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
In addition, motorists also will be able to travel east on Asylum and turn south onto Whitney.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for motorists
drivers
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Any witnesses or drivers in the area with dashboard camera footage have been asked to contact the Troop E state police barracks in Montville at 800-953-7747.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Motorists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motorists. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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