trailers

plural of trailer
as in caravans
a motor vehicle that is specially equipped for living while traveling the band packed their equipment back into their trailer and headed off to their next gig

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Recent Examples of trailers The company is known for its movie-level trailers and in-game cinematics that add to the story of the game. Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026 Project plans show access routes for large trucks, including 65-foot trucks with two-axle trailers and fuel tankers. Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2026 Some might prefer something with a kitchen and more amenities, or perhaps a more ruggedized off-road-ready 'drop, but as far as simple, affordable camping goes, the Kleox lineup remains one of the most intriguing trailers in the western world. New Atlas, 14 Sep. 2026 Two McDonald’s trailers were dispatching Quarter-pounders and Chicken McNuggets with the same military efficiency shown at the restaurants. Devin Friedman, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026 When setup day arrived, trailers and craft-services tables were erected in the street. Sarah Shanfield, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026 Members can disable autoplay for episodes and trailers at any time, while parents have control over autoplay features on kids’ profiles, according to Netflix. Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026 Some of those most in danger are the millions of Americans who live in manufactured housing like mobile homes and trailers. Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 7 Sep. 2026 Diesel is the main fuel source for tractor-trailers distributing goods and food nationwide. Todd C. Frankel, Washington Post, 4 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trailers
Noun
  • Officials tread carefully in regulating car caravans, which can overwhelm traffic and bring streets to a standstill.
    Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The wait was animated in recent weeks by frequent caravans and post-card campaigns pressed by Eaton and Palisades survivors.
    Anissa Rivera, Daily News, 29 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Those areas have not closed, but campers are required to bring their own water for drinking and washing their hands.
    Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2026
  • After all, modern hikers and campers have access to tools the pioneers could never have imagined.
    Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026

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“Trailers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trailers. Accessed 17 Sep. 2026.

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