stranded
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But on his way to the race, a minor road accident leaves Lightning stranded in Radiator Springs, a tiny town off Route 66 that’s seen better days.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
While returning from the scene, the rescue team said it came across another broken-down lorry carrying more than 60 people, who had been stranded for three days after a battery failure.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Although grateful for the ITF's help and efforts by the consulate, one of the stranded sailors told AFP they had "little hope someone will come and rescue us".
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
In that loss, USC stranded 13 runners, struck out 12 times and left men in scoring position in each of the first seven innings.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
“Oh. That’s too far in this weather. My grandma won’t drive in the snow, and you probably don’t want to be stranded at my house until your parents can get you.”
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
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