ring roads

Definition of ring roadsnext
plural of ring road, chiefly British
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Noun
  • There are packs with smart compartments that make organization effortless, weather‑resistant builds that withstand unpredictable conditions, and lightweight designs that won’t slow you down on steep switchbacks.
    Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026
  • The climb winds through cedar forest and switchbacks into remote Berber villages where the architecture grows out of the rock and days are timed to the sheep and the seasons.
    Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Noun
  • Paul Anthony Kelly is spotted on the streets of New York City on May 26 rocking a boat-neck navy sweater, black glasses and a big smile.
    People Staff, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
  • Fast forward to the second half of the 20th century, when Capri enjoyed another boom during the golden age of la dolce vita, when Italian and international celebrities flocked to the island's winding streets.
    Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026
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“Ring roads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ring%20roads. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

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