station wagon

noun

Definition of station wagonnext
as in sports car

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Recent Examples of station wagon Helen and the kids fled for upstate in their station wagon, while Mango and the family cat, Puss Puss, stayed behind. — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 10 June 2026 Yes, the engine remained a 12-cylinder mounted up front, but to improve space and practicality, Ferrari ditched the coupe body for a shooting brake—a three-door station wagon. — Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 28 May 2026 Before the interstates, before the road trip became a rite of passage, before the family station wagon became a cultural institution, Americans and cars belonged together. — Gil West, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2026 Clemente was an avid collector of vintage vehicles, and his eclectic collection included a 1958 Mack truck cab and a 1963 Pontiac station wagon reminiscent of cars his family drove during his childhood. — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for station wagon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for station wagon
  1. sports car
  2. town car
  3. motor vehicle
  4. wagon
  5. coach
  6. SUV
  7. woody
Noun
  • The move marked a departure from the aesthetic of typical Ferraris and came despite other sports car manufacturers, notably Porsche and Lamborghini, scaling back on plans to launch their own EVs due to weak demand.
    — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026
  • This unexpected outcome demonstrated the CrossClimate 2's ability to instill confidence, even enabling a minivan to outperform a sports car, validating its premium cost.
    — Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of sports car
Noun
  • The father and children were last seen in a 2011 Black Lincoln town car with the California license plate SOLOYST.
    — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026
  • The app, called Cherry, lasted only a year, but Sacks did better with another early-stage investment in a company that sent a town car to pick you up.
    — George Packer, The Atlantic, 4 May 2026
Definition of town car
Noun
  • Under current law, cars over 35 years old may also be exempt from specific portions of the smog test as long as they are legally classified and insured as collector motor vehicles.
    — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • For example, larger loan amounts typically require a first lien on a motor vehicle that is no more than ten years old, meets our value requirements, and is titled in applicant's name with valid insurance.
    — Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of motor vehicle
Noun
  • From the start of deliveries in the spring through June, Subaru moved 2,436 examples of the wagon, while Toyota sold 554 units.
    — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 6 Aug. 2026
  • From there, Nyugen and her volunteers split up into two teams before dragging the wagons along the streets of Chinatown.
    — Melody Xu, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of wagon
Noun
  • Conviser’s case, which was partially dismissed for lack of standing, accused legendary DePaul softball coach Eugene Lenti of verbally and mentally abusing his athletes and physically assaulting a staffer.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Nikki Naab-Levy, a strength and nutrition coach based in Tacoma, Washington, who takes a GLP-1 for a chronic condition, urged parents to avoid demonizing foods or bodies.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of coach
Noun
  • After cuffing Hamilton, Hall is seen in the video going to the SUV, and the microphone troopers wear picks up some of his conversation with the two.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The Fold & Go Outdoor Kitchen from Fyrel might not be the most compact option, but it’s designed for large groups and still fits in an SUV or camper van.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of SUV
Noun
  • Such a scent—defined by its brightness, as well as its signature woody and spicy character—is comprised of fresh ginger and cedar notes with the smokiness of vetiver and the roundness of tonka beans.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Okra If allowed to grow too large, okra will become tough and woody.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of woody

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