pedestrians

Definition of pedestriansnext
plural of pedestrian

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Recent Examples of pedestrians Users must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians on a sidewalk and give an audible signal before passing a pedestrian. Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 23 Apr. 2026 Of those, 25 deaths were of pedestrians, which is down from 30 pedestrian deaths at this time last year. Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestrians
Noun
  • During the day, McKinley Park is filled with activity, from dog walkers and joggers to families enjoying the outdoors.
    Conor McGill, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Maximize your miles with Hoka membership perks This is a fun benefit for runners, walkers, and hikers—members can earn rewards and badges through the Hoka Membership program for completing challenges like the Speedgoat 7 Vert (log 7,000 feet of elevation to complete it).
    Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • To reach the trailhead, hikers can start on the Friars Road Walking Path — located in the same parking lot as the Costco on Fenton Parkway, next to SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union.
    Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Gardeners, tree climbers, hikers and anyone else can identify poison ivy.
    Eva Flowe April 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026

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“Pedestrians.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestrians. Accessed 3 May. 2026.

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