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as in instrumentality
something used to achieve an end
used organized protests as a vehicle for change
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as in transportation
something used to carry goods or passengers
bought a larger vehicle after they had a third baby
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Recent Examples of vehicle
Trump has singled out electric vehicle policies specifically and made several other changes in that sector, including barring California from implementing a ban on the sale of gasoline vehicles and stricter vehicle emissions standards.
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Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 13 July 2025
In the event of your vehicle hydroplaning, here's what to know:
Ease off the accelerator - Step off the gas to slow down the vehicle until the tires find traction.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2025
The gunman was able to escape by carjacking a vehicle, police said during the press conference.
—ABC News, 13 July 2025
Speaking to the Sunday Times, Mandelson pointed out that British autos are currently enjoying a 17.5% competitive advantage over vehicles made in the EU.
—Robert Olsen, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
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Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 13 July 2025
In the event of your vehicle hydroplaning, here's what to know:
Ease off the accelerator - Step off the gas to slow down the vehicle until the tires find traction.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2025
The gunman was able to escape by carjacking a vehicle, police said during the press conference.
—ABC News, 13 July 2025
Speaking to the Sunday Times, Mandelson pointed out that British autos are currently enjoying a 17.5% competitive advantage over vehicles made in the EU.
—Robert Olsen, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vehicle
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Holding the weight of cotton’s influence on the world, and thus the instrumentality of Black labor, is painful, yet necessary work.—
Cierra Black,
Essence,
9 July 2025
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Amtrak is also not considered a department, agency or instrumentality of the United States Government and its overseeing regulatory body, the OIG, remains open during shutdowns as well.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
20 Dec. 2024
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He was found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
7 July 2025
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Start by running regular pulse surveys to identify the real challenges your workforce faces, whether that's childcare needs, transportation issues or educational commitments.—
Silvija Martincevic,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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During Sunday's ceremony, hundreds of red-robed monks and nuns joined the celebration as Tibetan musicians played traditional instruments and senior lamas struck cymbals in his honor.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Notably, the coalition intends to support at least a dozen countries by 2036 and contribute to at least 5 global policy instruments within the same period.—
Nana Ama Sarfo,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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These offer different levels of service, with the entry-level offering general lounge access and shared transport from the terminal to your commercial flight for a mere $1,095.—
Michele Robson,
Fortune,
5 July 2025
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The park is accessible through flights from San José to Puerto Jiménez or Drake Bay (around 45-minute flights), followed by land or river transport, depending on the park sector.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
2 July 2025
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Those statements prompted the agents to acquire a warrant and arrest the couple the following day.—
Jimmy Jenkins,
AZCentral.com,
10 July 2025
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The premium Grok 4 Heavy tier employs multiple parallel AI agents that debate solutions collaboratively to boost complex problem-solving.—
Gerui Wang,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Copper is a crucial component in a variety of goods, including electronics, machinery and cars.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
8 July 2025
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As for Japan, the country accounted for 6.2% of the U.S.'s machinery and mechanical imports in 2022.—
Bailey Schulz,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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Designing solutions where payment lifecycles include strong alerting mechanisms is crucial.—
Sunny Banerjee,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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In the Chicago area, the mechanisms for alerting the public vary county by county, and, in some cases, city by city.—
William Tong,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Genetic factors, immunosuppression (especially for those who have had organ transplants), and chronic inflammation can all raise a person’s risk.—
Stacey Colino,
Time,
9 July 2025
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The concert was an organ and poetry recital, about 40 minutes in duration.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
8 July 2025
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“Vehicle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vehicle. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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