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Recent Examples of runabout
Falcon offers tenders with hybrid diesel-electric propulsion, so perhaps buyers could opt for a sustainable shuttle that burns less fuel than traditional gas-guzzling runabouts.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2024
After this misfire, in Europe at least, the industry needs to concentrate on what electric technology does best; make cheap urban runabouts that could, like the mobile phone, be successful because the product is affordable and irresistible.
—Neil Winton, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024
The boat has the familiar design language of an old Riva runabout—gently cambered bow deck, tumblehome in the after section—though built with modern materials and colors, and adorned nearly everywhere with the Maserati emblem.
—Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 16 July 2024
The Clarity had a 25.5-kWh battery pack that provided just 89 miles of range and was only practical as a local runabout.
—Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 29 May 2024
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2024
After this misfire, in Europe at least, the industry needs to concentrate on what electric technology does best; make cheap urban runabouts that could, like the mobile phone, be successful because the product is affordable and irresistible.
—Neil Winton, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024
The boat has the familiar design language of an old Riva runabout—gently cambered bow deck, tumblehome in the after section—though built with modern materials and colors, and adorned nearly everywhere with the Maserati emblem.
—Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 16 July 2024
The Clarity had a 25.5-kWh battery pack that provided just 89 miles of range and was only practical as a local runabout.
—Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 29 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for runabout
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That somewhat unusually lengthy rear suspension travel makes highway riding smooth and comfortable without feeling numb or harsh as some cruisers can due to too-short rear travel.William Roberson, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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While acceleration was steady and without lag or lurch, the E-Class could not escape its comfortable cruiser status.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Altogether, there were well over 54 models throughout the three fertile years of production, which included two-door convertibles, plus coupes, sedans, and wagons in two- and four-door configurations.Robert Ross, Robb Report, 20 Dec. 2024
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The vehicles were described as a dark-colored SUV and a white sedan and appeared to be racing.Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 17 Dec. 2024
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In addition to our boat and the three that were brought in safely at Winchester Bay, another, a 17-foot outboard cabin cruiser, swamped on the Columbia River bar off Astoria.Orval C. Johnson, Outdoor Life, 31 Oct. 2024
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Navigating the Route Today Boating, driving and hiking are the three options for exploring the Rideau Canal. Canoes, kayaks, speedboats and cabin cruisers are best for undertaking a multi-day water journey.Joe Yogerst, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
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“Runabout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/runabout. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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