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as in instrumentalities
something used to achieve an end
used organized protests as a vehicle for change
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as in transports
something used to carry goods or passengers
bought a larger vehicle after they had a third baby
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Recent Examples of vehicles
Thanks to the sheer size of the Grumeti Reserves and the limited development within, wildlife sightings tend to be excellent and rarely shared with other vehicles.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Like the Pampertaarten vehicles, the South Park boxes challenge the viewer at exactly the point of their interest.
—Theo Belci, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Investigators confiscated a total of 851 packages from the three vehicles with a combined weight of more than a ton.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
The bus first struck a Chevrolet Suburban, which then hit an Acura SUV and additional vehicles, police said.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 1 June 2026
This is particularly important in environments where assets are spread across multiple providers, jurisdictions and investment vehicles.
—Paul Westall, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The reentry vehicles will splash down at sea, where SpaceX teams will recover them using boats.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Motorists drive vehicles near a large political banner, depicting missiles being fired behind Iranian demonstrators in solidarity with the government, at Valiasr Square in Tehran on April 6, 2026.
—Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 26 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Like the Pampertaarten vehicles, the South Park boxes challenge the viewer at exactly the point of their interest.
—Theo Belci, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Investigators confiscated a total of 851 packages from the three vehicles with a combined weight of more than a ton.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
The bus first struck a Chevrolet Suburban, which then hit an Acura SUV and additional vehicles, police said.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 1 June 2026
This is particularly important in environments where assets are spread across multiple providers, jurisdictions and investment vehicles.
—Paul Westall, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
The reentry vehicles will splash down at sea, where SpaceX teams will recover them using boats.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Motorists drive vehicles near a large political banner, depicting missiles being fired behind Iranian demonstrators in solidarity with the government, at Valiasr Square in Tehran on April 6, 2026.
—Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vehicles
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Unlike the troop transports from the early 20th century, which were essentially floating cattle cars, the vessels offer reasonable accommodations for those on board.—
Peter Suciu,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Instead, the Postal Service collects, processes, transports, and delivers mail and packages that are mailable under federal law.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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Across just 30 days in April, students processed about 120,000 surgical instruments, memorizing the specific cleaning requirements for the many types of clamps, scissors and other devices used to perform everything from tumor biopsies to heart transplants.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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The science payload to be landed there includes seismometers, a drill to allow emplacement of heat flow and electrical conductivity probes, and instruments to study the magnetic field and surface weathering.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2026
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Sacramento International Airport transportations security officers received some pay Monday — their first paycheck in over a month — as the partial government shutdown continues.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Mayoral press conferences and news releases began to include a running tally of involuntary transportations—an acknowledgment, perhaps, of some outer limit to the power of asking nicely from a screen.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
19 Feb. 2026
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However, most institutions have to tap their reserves or regular operating revenue from other sources to come up with the scholarship increases, and at some point that becomes a dangerous means of survival.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Traditional means of information weren’t far behind search engines.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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More room for all on board is needed due to the mobility conveyances of our oldest and youngest.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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The car's design is radical compared to Jaguar's modern conveyances.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Federal agents and local law enforcement met the aircraft upon arrival and assisted with the investigation.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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Hosted by real estate agents and mortgage advisors, this event raises funds for Lyric, a nonprofit that helps LGBTQ+ youth in the Bay Area and features drag performances, cocktails, food, music and more.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
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Back in the lab, Kurts and his immunology team screened the pigeon organs for magnetic cells and found the liver contained the highest concentration of iron.—
Kasha Patel,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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That disorder causes iron to build up in vital organs, leading to liver disease, lowered immunity and other complications, officials said.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
28 May 2026
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Obviously, there's more to it than that, coaching and other factors need to be in place too, but does anyone believe Fernando Mendoza winds up in Bloomington if not for NIL?—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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Throughout the testing period, participants recorded how their skin looked and felt, then rated each cream across key factors, including texture, absorption, overnight hydration, and compatibility with existing routines.—
Jenny Berg,
InStyle,
4 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Vehicles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vehicles. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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