hit the road
Example Sentences
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James Knightley, chief international economist at ING, says the nation’s low unemployment rate—at 4.2% in June—means trip-inclined people would likely hit the road regardless.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
But the 61 million Americans AAA expects to hit the road in the next few days should count on hearing updates anywhere the signal is strong.
From Salon ● Jul. 2, 2026
Aqeel Khalaf, an herbalist, hit the road in the early morning with his brother, son and daughter-in-law.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 15, 2026
It’s also a time when many Americans hit the road, with AAA predicting a record-setting 45 million people traveling domestically.
From MarketWatch ● May 21, 2026
“I’ve got to hit the road, sportsfans. Nice meeting you, ma’am. By the way, Earline Grantham told me you spent a few years in jail for stealing silver out of nice houses.”
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
