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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
Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
In The Hunger Games, Collins transports us to the dystopian realm of Panem, a North American nation characterized by the greedy Capitol and 13 districts grappling with poverty.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Supercharging Nature’s Carbon Pump Works In Controlled Conditions The ocean’s biological pump naturally transports carbon from the surface to the deep sea, where it can be stored long-term.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The light, breezy scent transports you to a sunny afternoon walking through a lush garden.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
This heartwarming and spectacular production features stunning sets and costumes, dazzling special effects and music that transports the audience to Victorian England.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 12 Dec. 2024
This show drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque and transports you to the dark side for an evening of hilarious, sultry fun.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 6 Dec. 2024
After finding the golden mussels in O’Neill Forebay, state workers have begun surveys to determine the extent of the infestation in the State Water Project system, including the California Aqueduct, which transports water pumped from the Delta to cities and farmlands.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
Just a five-minute buggy ride from the resort, Château de Bel Ombre transports diners to the 19th century, when sugar was Mauritius' main lifeline.
—Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
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The tang of Zing Zang transports me to the crowded confines of my grandmother’s wet bar, where the adults mixed batches of Bloody Mary’s as family slowly trickled in on Christmas Day.
—Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
In The Hunger Games, Collins transports us to the dystopian realm of Panem, a North American nation characterized by the greedy Capitol and 13 districts grappling with poverty.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Supercharging Nature’s Carbon Pump Works In Controlled Conditions The ocean’s biological pump naturally transports carbon from the surface to the deep sea, where it can be stored long-term.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The light, breezy scent transports you to a sunny afternoon walking through a lush garden.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
This heartwarming and spectacular production features stunning sets and costumes, dazzling special effects and music that transports the audience to Victorian England.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 12 Dec. 2024
This show drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque and transports you to the dark side for an evening of hilarious, sultry fun.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 6 Dec. 2024
After finding the golden mussels in O’Neill Forebay, state workers have begun surveys to determine the extent of the infestation in the State Water Project system, including the California Aqueduct, which transports water pumped from the Delta to cities and farmlands.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
Just a five-minute buggy ride from the resort, Château de Bel Ombre transports diners to the 19th century, when sugar was Mauritius' main lifeline.
—Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transports
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After a short wait, one of the pilots sends back live video of a Russian soldier, his form clearly visible.Brian Mann, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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Watchdog sends clear message to ‘sanctuary’ officials.Fox News, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Back to the present, what excites you most about creating nail art?Sarah Y. Wu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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What excites others is not what excites you.George Bradt, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Emanuel Wilson chipped in 11 carries for 52 yards and a touchdown, while third-string back Chris Brooks scored his first career touchdown from a yard out.The Athletic NFL Staff, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Giving up 47 carries for 260 yards and three TDs to Georgia Tech feels noteworthy.Seth Emerson, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Eventually there would also likely be new models, especially in electric vehicles.Rafael Nam, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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Detroit Chief Financial Officer Jay Rising said the upgrade is beneficial not only at times when the city is issuing bonds, but also for more routine business matters such as leasing vehicles and equipment.JC Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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But that’s not true of the Echo Show, which smartly relegates the screen to secondary importance.Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
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The move relegates Miller Moss to a reserve role after nine uneven starts this season.Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
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The holiday season brings joy, love, and connection.Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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There is a notion of qualified immunity for federal officials, and especially prosecutors, from being sued for their official acts, but this would be unlikely to apply when a federal official brings legal proceedings knowingly and maliciously to seek retribution.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Hiring managers may see it as a red flag that conveys a lack of independence and professional maturity in the Gen Z candidates.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Her imagery vividly conveys a sense of discomfort and awkwardness, evoking the emotional experiences of her younger self.Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024
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True partner marketing requires unique positioning that elevates the partnership to more than the sum of its parts.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Why Year-End Feedback Matters The end of the year is a natural time for reflection, but feedback elevates that reflection into actionable growth.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Transports.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transports. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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