dual carriageways

noun

Definition of dual carriagewaysnext
plural of dual carriageway, chiefly British
as in high roads

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  1. highways
  2. roadways
  3. roads
  4. pike
  5. arteries
Noun
  • In preparation for the Games, Leavitt said, Utah invested in infrastructure improvements, including light rail and major highways, creating lasting benefits for both residents and visitors.
    Chris DiLella, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Additionally, malls are typically well-located near major intersections, highways and public transportation, providing convenience to future residents.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of highways
Noun
  • Officials expect travel impacts because of low visibility and coatings of snow on roadways.
    Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Thousands of residents packed into cars trying to leave the city before the rebel takeover jammed roadways, citizens told Reuters.
    Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of roadways
Noun
  • While this burly Ford was no sports car, body roll was nicely planted for its stature on twisty Malibu canyon roads.
    Peter Nelson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Several roads were closed and shelters were open for those affected by the blaze.
    Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of roads
Noun
  • Simone Biles wowed gymnastics fans for years with the Yurchenko double pike on vault that has earned her some of the best scores of her career en route to several gold medals.
    Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 4 Sep. 2024
  • Netflix presented its first international showcase yesterday with a look at what is coming down down the pike.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 19 Nov. 2024
Definition of pike
Noun
  • Atherosclerosis, the medical term for plaque buildup in the arteries, is the main underlying cause of heart disease.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The transition releases molecules called ketones that offer several benefits, including fewer harmful waste products and, perhaps, healthier arteries, Peterson has found.
    Matt Fuchs, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of arteries
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