: a usually paved walk for pedestrians at the side of a street
Examples of sidewalk in a Sentence
Bicycles are not allowed on the sidewalk.
Recent Examples on the WebBy midday, the sun is high in the sky and the scorching heat radiates from the black asphalt of roads and roof tar of buildings, concrete sidewalks, brick buildings and shimmering glass towers hot enough for fried eggs and melted American cheese.—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 27 June 2024 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration also says that overall traffic deaths are trending down so far in 2024.
Road safety advocates have pushed for a variety of measures, including lower speed limits, more sidewalks and better lighting in pedestrian areas.—Lola Murti, NPR, 26 June 2024 These projects could include the renovation and installation of sidewalks, pedestrian and bike paths and traffic controls.—Lucy Marques, Charlotte Observer, 26 June 2024 He was asked to leave the post-Live Aid party for being too wild, and days later was seen outside the Hippodrome being sick on the sidewalk.—Todd Gold, Peoplemag, 25 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for sidewalk
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