Definition of drivernext
as in chauffeur
a person who travels by automobile fans arriving by public transportation will find the south entrance most convenient, but drivers will have a choice of entrances

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Recent Examples of driver Automakers want to give drivers a hands-free way to access useful information, for example, about where to charge their electric vehicle nearby, how to get there, and whether there's a good place to eat on the way. Robert Ferris,lora Kolodny, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2026 The result is behavior that more closely mirrors that of an experienced human driver, particularly in ambiguous situations such as unstructured roads or complex traffic interactions where negotiation and anticipation are critical, CarNewsChina reports. Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 25 Apr. 2026 The turns are engineered to allow drivers to maintain 200 miles per hour without losing traction. Asher Redd, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026 The driver of the Volvo VNL, a 64-year-old man, remained at the scene, 5 On Your Side reported. Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for driver
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Noun
  • Maduko’s resignation comes after former chancellor Terrence Cheng was removed from his position and transferred into a new role, following a 2024 audit that showed improper spending on meals, alcohol and chauffeur services.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Guests exploring the city can bypass Uber entirely, with a complimentary chauffeur service in an electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class handling city rides within six miles—a practical expression of the hotel's commitment to seamless, high-touch service.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Drivers using the single open lane encountered stop-and-go conditions, while nearby streets such as 18th Avenue also saw congestion as motorists tried to bypass the closure.
    Da Lin, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Hines said motorists involved in a freeway crash are advised to move to the right shoulder if possible, or failing that, to remain in their vehicle with their seatbelt on.
    City News Service, Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The others on board, including the boat operator, were transported to a hospital for treatment.
    Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
  • That reduces operator workload and speeds up operations.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Known for his competitiveness and technical skill, Larson is respected across NASCAR as a true wheelman.
    Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 15 Nov. 2025
  • Getaway driver extraordinaire Jim Ellis (Josh Holloway) is a very good wheelman who enjoys being a very good wheelman.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 May 2025

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“Driver.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/driver. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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