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ambulance

[am-byuh-luhns] / ˈæm bjə ləns /
NOUN
emergency vehicle
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After she was bit, Addy’s mother rushed her to a nearby grocery store parking lot, where they met an ambulance that transported the child to a local hospital, the child’s father, Manuel, told KTLA.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

A Dutch student team Tuesday unveiled what they believe to be the world's first solar-powered ambulance, which they hope can bring much-needed medical care to the remotest parts of the globe.

From Barron's Jul. 21, 2026

By the time an ambulance worker approaches, it is clear Fakir is unconscious.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

Vingegaard winced in pain several times as he was put into an ambulance minutes after the crash.

From BBC Jul. 19, 2026

But somehow Ralph always restarted the ambulance, and eventually we hooked up.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French

Another Fordhouse Lane resident, Clive Hawkins, said the road would be "manic" if cars were not parked on the pavement, as it is used regularly by ambulances and buses.

From BBC Jul. 22, 2026

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has documented incidents of autonomous vehicles driving into active emergency scenes and blocking the paths of ambulances and firefighters.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

"Football!" the children respond in unison as they dart between tents and ambulances in a pharmacy parking lot.

From Barron's Jun. 30, 2026

Sirens wail as ambulances and rescue vehicles race through the streets.

From Barron's Jun. 28, 2026

In fact they sent two ambulances, a second in case the first succumbed to the storm.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover



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