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Recent Examples of subcompact
Nissan has discontinued its most affordable vehicle, the Versa subcompact sedan.
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Stuart Dyos, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
The vanishing subcompact Most automakers did sell compact and subcompact cars in the US — until demand withered.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 16 Dec. 2025
China’s automakers are producing a full range of electric vehicles, from the subcompact, like the BYD Seagull, to full-size SUVs, like the Xpeng G9, and luxury cars, like the Zeekr 009.
—Jack Barkenbus, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
Drivers can lease a 2025 Mazda CX-30 subcompact SUV for $239 a month for 36 months with $4,299 due at signing.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 26 June 2025
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Stuart Dyos, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
The vanishing subcompact Most automakers did sell compact and subcompact cars in the US — until demand withered.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 16 Dec. 2025
China’s automakers are producing a full range of electric vehicles, from the subcompact, like the BYD Seagull, to full-size SUVs, like the Xpeng G9, and luxury cars, like the Zeekr 009.
—Jack Barkenbus, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
Drivers can lease a 2025 Mazda CX-30 subcompact SUV for $239 a month for 36 months with $4,299 due at signing.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subcompact
Noun
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For example, all three versions state that the visitors arrived early and sat outside in the car, rehearsing.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Ask the hotel about its car service to the airport.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Strain up into a coupe or cocktail glass and garnish with an orange peel.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2026
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The high-riding electric fastback was a coupe-like SUV and nothing like the RSX enthusiasts loved, which replaced the Integra in the early 2000s.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Humanoid robots are expected to be introduced first in manufacturing industries such as automobile factories and in logistics, where many tasks are simple and repetitive.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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The animal, discovered among a shipment of automobiles, is now being cared for at the Bronx Zoo.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Brownie points to the big compact, which offers ample room to swirl your brushes, tap, and swirl some more.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
11 Mar. 2026
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The proposal’s broad scope The original version of the compact included several major policy requirements.—
Fred L. Pincus,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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After launching at a single location in 1916 and amassing a following, Nu-Way Weiners opened its second location in 1948; planting the seeds for what is now a restaurant mini chain.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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The foldable iPhone is expected to arrive later this year and feature an iPad mini-sized screen on the inside and a smaller display more reminiscent of the standard iPhone on the outside.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Additionally, the screen uses auto-smoothing flex glass, which is resistant to deformation and better able to recover its original shape.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
17 Mar. 2026
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In stock markets, Asia-Pacific equities rose Tuesday as auto and tech stocks gained after Nvidia announced robust revenue forecast for its key chips, and partnerships with carmakers from the region.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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At that time, a Nissan sedan being driven by Julie Harmori, 24, entered the carpool lane just ahead of Rodriguez, according to Hochman.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
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In December, Lilly’s 2012 Mercedes C-Class sedan was spotted by a plate-recognition camera that identified the vehicle as belonging to a wanted person, according to a police report.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Pricing has yet to be confirmed, but expect the grand limousine to carry a suitably grand price tag, starting above $80,000.—
Sean Evans,
Robb Report,
11 Mar. 2026
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Getting dropped off or picked up at Los Angeles International Airport by a ride-hailing service, taxi or limousine is about to get more expensive.—
Jason Henry,
Daily News,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Subcompact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subcompact. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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