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as in highways
a passage cleared for public vehicular travel
I think we should take one of the less congested roads
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Recent Examples of roads
There was no estimated time for when the cleanup would be completed and the roads would reopen.
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Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Though Lake Austin runs about 20 miles, true private waterfront is limited by geography, existing ownership, public parkland, older roads, steep banks and protected coves.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Hydroplaning happens when a vehicle starts sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2026
Heavier vehicles are harder on roads.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 28 May 2026
Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
Hydroplaning is when a vehicle starts uncontrollably sliding on wet roads.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2026
Extending housing to remote areas requires new roads, water systems, sewers, schools, and fire protection, all of which are costly and often opposed by local governments.
—James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
During this time of year, egg-bearing females travel across land, often crossing roads, in search of suitable locations to dig nests and lay eggs.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Though Lake Austin runs about 20 miles, true private waterfront is limited by geography, existing ownership, public parkland, older roads, steep banks and protected coves.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Hydroplaning happens when a vehicle starts sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2026
Heavier vehicles are harder on roads.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 28 May 2026
Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
Hydroplaning is when a vehicle starts uncontrollably sliding on wet roads.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2026
Extending housing to remote areas requires new roads, water systems, sewers, schools, and fire protection, all of which are costly and often opposed by local governments.
—James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
During this time of year, egg-bearing females travel across land, often crossing roads, in search of suitable locations to dig nests and lay eggs.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for roads
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Securing critical infrastructure such as seaports, airports and major highways currently controlled by armed groups, including routes connected to the neighboring Dominican Republic, will be crucial.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
25 May 2026
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Here's your daily look at traffic on major highways in the Kansas City area.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2026
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The federal government hasn’t owned any freight railroads since the 1920s, with the exception of the Alaska Railroad, now owned by that state.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Chain gangs to build railroads were also established during this time.—
Julia Bowling,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
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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
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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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Minnesota’s Wildflower Project has spent the last decade planting pollinator gardens along medians and railways.—
Maggie Slepian,
Longreads,
14 May 2026
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Exempting fertilizer shipments from some regulations and prioritizing its shipment on railways and barges could help as well.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Where To See Manhattanhenge The best views are from Manhattan’s broad east-west thoroughfares with unobstructed views toward New Jersey across the Hudson River.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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The viral Sopranos meme imagines Italian fans leaving behind the Amalfi Coast for six-lane thoroughfares with no sidewalks.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
25 May 2026
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Our urban centers have run out of capacity for significantly expanding our airports and freeways.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
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Pollution from the Port of Oakland and nearby freeways has long been a social equity issue for some residents – and now, there is a push for another freeway, Interstate 580, to shoulder some of that burden.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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Nepali climbers are now the ones overseeing the securing of the routes up the mountain, and the fixing of the rope lines that help clients navigate the most difficult sections.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The Fortress can be taken off the road, too, via an addition Extreme offroad Suspension system that can handle any unexpected routes, while the four-wheel drive can tackle mud, snow, rocks, in addition to being a statement-making daily driver.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
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In November 2016, Santa Clara County voters approved Measure B, a 30-year, half-cent countywide sales tax to enhance transit, highways, expressways, and active transportation (bicycles, pedestrians, and complete streets).—
Phan Khang,
Mercury News,
18 May 2026
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These expressways would rapidly move large volumes of vehicles in and out of the central business district without using local roads.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
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“Roads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roads. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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