rail

Example Sentences

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Storm Dave has caused widespread disruption to road and rail travel in northern areas and led to numerous flood warning being issues, but conditions are expected to ease as Sunday goes on.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

“Throughout this time Metro’s essential rail and bus service has continued to run uninterrupted, as have our vital transit safety and security systems.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Some rail operators worry about the reliability of battery locomotives, especially in freezing temperatures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The 50 percent reduction will apply from April 1 to May 31 on all domestic routes and for all classes, public rail operator LTG announced in a joint statement with the transportation ministry.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

It was creamy with bits of yellow fat, even though the cow was thin as a rail.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff