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driveway

[drahyv-wey] / ˈdraɪvˌweɪ /
NOUN
drive
Synonyms
STRONGEST


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Dog owners say that as soon as they pull into the driveway, their pups realize exactly where they’re headed and “start going bonkers,” says Neece.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

He then instructed me to pull back into the driveway and patched the tire for me on the spot.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 6, 2026

Seclusion was clearly top of mind when the home was designed, with a long driveway and tree-lined parcel helping to protect the dwelling from any prying eyes—a must for an actress of Ryan’s renown.

From MarketWatch Aug. 4, 2026

"Where we are has allowed us to get on the property ladder as the house with a driveway and garage is more affordable here than in another part of town," added Aimee.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

A few minutes later, they were standing in a driveway, staring up at a dark bedroom window.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste

"We understand this affects local residents, with a hose laid across pavements and driveways, and apologise for the frustration this causes," it said.

From BBC Aug. 12, 2026

Heated driveways cost anywhere from $4,800 and $15,000 to install, and an additional $50 to $300 per month in utility bills to operate, according to HeatTrak, a company that manufactures heated snow- and ice-melting mats.

From MarketWatch Aug. 1, 2026

Despite the area’s more-affordable home prices and rents, some homes are packed with occupants sharing costs, resulting in driveways and yards clogged with a half-dozen or more vehicles.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

Most of the pictures Cooley has taken so far have been from a distance, though he has set up his equipment near the end of people’s driveways to get a good photo.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

The house was filling with people and the hours passed in a dreadful streaky blur of relatives, neighbors, crying children, covered dishes, blocked driveways, ringing telephones, bright lights, strange faces, awkward conversations.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt



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