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as in sends
to cause to go or be taken from one place to another
I'll have to transport the car to our new home overseas by public carrier
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as in excites
to fill with great joy
was absolutely transported when she heard that her brother was getting married
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as in delights
to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight)
was transported with wonder when she saw the Matterhorn for the first time
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as in exiles
to force to leave a country
the offending journalist was transported out of the country and ordered to never return
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as in carries
to support and take from one place to another
will you transport this heavy casserole dish to the dining room for me?
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as in ecstasies
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
was in transports of joy after winning the championship
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as in vehicles
something used to carry goods or passengers
rising gas prices will impel more people to use public transport
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Recent Examples of transports
Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025
Tony Award winner John Rubinstein transports audiences to Gettysburg’s hallowed ground, where an elderly Eisenhower reflects on his monumental military leadership and transformative presidency.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
The story takes a surprising turn when Alice discovers a magical pond on the family farm that transports her back in time to the 1990s.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
The protein usually binds to amyloid-beta and transports it across the blood-brain barrier into the bloodstream to be eliminated.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2025
This ceramic cookie jar shaped like a Christmas tree or gingerbread house instantly transports us back to Grandma’s house around the holidays, with colorful, nostalgic charm that just begs to sit on your countertop.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
The Deck Saigon in District 2 is an idyllic escape along the Saigon River that transports you away from the hustle and bustle of the city as local boats drift along the water.
—Duncan Greenfield-Turk, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2025
For instance, in the scene where Dorothy is swept up by the tornado that transports her to Oz, the audience is hit by a swarm of leaves as the wind blows across the arena.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Video shows Kirk being carried by six men to an SUV, which transports him to Timpanogos Regional Hospital.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 12 Sep. 2025
Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Oct. 2025
The transports have lagged this year, falling 5%.
—Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
Being a character onscreen transports you forever into another, more enchanted realm.
—Susan Orlean, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2025
Iron Iron transports oxygen in your blood and supports cellular function.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2025
The initial phase of the deployment includes a Marine air-ground task force aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima and two San Antonio-class transports, with more than 2,000 Marines prepared for rapid-response missions.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
Poore’s business transports mountain bikers to various points along the Blue Ridge Parkway for downhill adventures along the Appalachian Mountains across western North Carolina.
—Graham Hurley, CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2025
With over 135,000 successful pet transports completed, the company is known for safety, transparency, and human-first service.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Little’s office authorized up to $300,000 from his emergency fund to pay for the transports.
—Idaho Statesman, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
Each course starts with a regular lap, but the second one transports the field to a new destination based on the decision of the pack leader.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2025
Tony Award winner John Rubinstein transports audiences to Gettysburg’s hallowed ground, where an elderly Eisenhower reflects on his monumental military leadership and transformative presidency.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
The story takes a surprising turn when Alice discovers a magical pond on the family farm that transports her back in time to the 1990s.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
The protein usually binds to amyloid-beta and transports it across the blood-brain barrier into the bloodstream to be eliminated.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2025
This ceramic cookie jar shaped like a Christmas tree or gingerbread house instantly transports us back to Grandma’s house around the holidays, with colorful, nostalgic charm that just begs to sit on your countertop.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
The Deck Saigon in District 2 is an idyllic escape along the Saigon River that transports you away from the hustle and bustle of the city as local boats drift along the water.
—Duncan Greenfield-Turk, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2025
For instance, in the scene where Dorothy is swept up by the tornado that transports her to Oz, the audience is hit by a swarm of leaves as the wind blows across the arena.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Video shows Kirk being carried by six men to an SUV, which transports him to Timpanogos Regional Hospital.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
Haegele said the Cincinnati Fire Department is no longer involved because medical transports have been completed.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Oct. 2025
The transports have lagged this year, falling 5%.
—Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
Being a character onscreen transports you forever into another, more enchanted realm.
—Susan Orlean, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2025
Iron Iron transports oxygen in your blood and supports cellular function.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2025
The initial phase of the deployment includes a Marine air-ground task force aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima and two San Antonio-class transports, with more than 2,000 Marines prepared for rapid-response missions.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
Poore’s business transports mountain bikers to various points along the Blue Ridge Parkway for downhill adventures along the Appalachian Mountains across western North Carolina.
—Graham Hurley, CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2025
With over 135,000 successful pet transports completed, the company is known for safety, transparency, and human-first service.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Little’s office authorized up to $300,000 from his emergency fund to pay for the transports.
—Idaho Statesman, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transports
Verb
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Each barrier sends the same message that voting is for some, not for all.—
Tom Lopach,
Time,
17 Oct. 2025
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Each flare sends a wave of energetic particles into the star's surroundings.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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But what excites us most is slowing it down.—
Alma Rota,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
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That’s the bit that excites me, is the idea of being able to bring some change.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Humberto Basilio,
Scientific American,
17 Oct. 2025
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As if what delights and obsesses us must have a purpose.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
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Her poetry carries it all—the metaphysical, the flirtatious, the unsettling, the provocative— all in such miniscule space.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Oct. 2025
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The line also carries the Seal of Cotton trademark, Cotton Incorporated’s label that verifies the natural fiber content of products.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Doctors Without Borders emergency center in the neighborhood of Turgeau had temporarily closed in March 2025 after armed men opened fire on four of the organization's vehicles that were evacuating staff from the center.—
NPR,
NPR,
17 Oct. 2025
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In addition, the house includes two parking spots, granting ample parking space for two vehicles.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Conecuh ships their products all over with one-day shipping to ensure your products arrive fresh.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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The remaining $135 will be charged on delivery—and yes, the calendar ships for free.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Though the episodes ended before Britney revealed her vote, fans are convinced that Britney votes for Danielle and banishes her based on how the episode was edited.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
28 Feb. 2025
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This duo includes a collagen serum and an eye cream that banishes dark circles and tired-looking skin.—
Taylor Lane,
Flow Space,
11 Oct. 2024
Verb
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While Alex is reeling from his discovery, Dwayne attacks him and hauls him away.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
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Henry is surprised by the reaction of the crowd, which hauls him outside to drown him in the well for sticking his nose in clan matters.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Transports.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transports. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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