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escalator

[es-kuh-ley-ter] / ˈɛs kəˌleɪ tər /
NOUN
moving staircase
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When he announced his run for president in 2015, dramatically diverting the course of the American project, it was after a ride down a gold-mirrored escalator.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Or sadly, the next platform will be designed elsewhere, and we kill the next great societal escalator ride up.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

An escalator by the entrance will transport guests to the experiences below.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Before boarding an escalator, one must pass a gargantuan wrap-around ad big enough to sport the film’s entire cast, including supporting players Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

Alma boarded the second flight of her life and within two hours she was back in Arkansas, standing near baggage claim and waiting to see her mother appear on the escalator.

From "Where Things Come Back" by John Corey Whaley




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