as in car
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels
got a license to drive a motor vehicle the minute she turned 16
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Recent Examples of motor vehicle
However, among those aged 1 to 19, firearm incidents and motor vehicle crashes made a significant impact on the higher rates.
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Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
The state fought this issue in three different courts, but lost all three times — most recently with the Michigan Supreme Court agreeing with Goss that the trail groomer classifies as a motor vehicle.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 3 July 2025
Tyrone Crawford is charged with reckless homicide, improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle and tampering with evidence following the June 29 death of his wife, Alexis Curtis, according to Middletown police.
—Fox19 Staff, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Court records show Tyler was convicted on Oct. 30, 2019, in Milwaukee County for operating a motor vehicle without an owner’s consent and of first-degree recklessly endangering safety.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 3 July 2025
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Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
The state fought this issue in three different courts, but lost all three times — most recently with the Michigan Supreme Court agreeing with Goss that the trail groomer classifies as a motor vehicle.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 3 July 2025
Tyrone Crawford is charged with reckless homicide, improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle and tampering with evidence following the June 29 death of his wife, Alexis Curtis, according to Middletown police.
—Fox19 Staff, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Court records show Tyler was convicted on Oct. 30, 2019, in Milwaukee County for operating a motor vehicle without an owner’s consent and of first-degree recklessly endangering safety.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motor vehicle
Noun
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The worker then pointed across the lot to Norman — who was washing someone’s car, tending to his summer job, minding his business.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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Late this spring, I was led into a car in Kyiv, blindfolded, and driven to a secret factory in western Ukraine.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 July 2025
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Its board recently voted to permanently allow alcohol advertisements on bus shelters and trolleys.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Their vehicles were part of a long line of automobiles lining a block of Genesee Street during Scoop Waukegan over the weekend.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Italy is renowned for its sophisticated style and taste, which permeate various aspects of its culture, including fashion, food, wine, and automobiles.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Amazon Tiny but powerful, this 2-inch sound machine fills any space with soothing ambient noise—perfect for sleep or focus, and compact enough for travel.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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Just set the timer to the length of your blend, and the machine will turn itself off once it’s finished.—
Brittany Romano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 July 2025
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“Motor vehicle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motor%20vehicle. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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