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noun

Definition of joyridenext
as in transit

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joyride

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verb

1
as in to cut up

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2
as in to automobile

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Recent Examples of joyride
Noun
Three boys turned a Waymo ride into a wind-in-their-hair joyride late Friday afternoon in Santa Monica. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026 In the film, that includes a joyride around Chicago in the Ferrari and catastrophe when the car is returned. — Michael Martin, Architectural Digest, 11 June 2026
Verb
Now, to joyride around the skyscrapers. — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for joyride
Recent Examples of Synonyms for joyride
  1. transit
  2. cut up
  3. automobile
  4. transport
  5. clown
  6. motor
  7. transportation
  8. kite
Noun
  • Federal officials have asked MARTA for documentation showing what the transit agency does to prevent crime and make sure all passengers have paid fares.
    — Sara Gregory, AJC.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Key Takeaways English cucumbers are wrapped in plastic to protect their thin, delicate skin during transit.
    — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of transit
Verb
  • The Arab coins, known as dirhams, are cut up and have similar inscriptions to those found in silver hoards from the 9th century, Nordjyske Museer said.
    — Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
  • What parents can do on hectic mornings Nemours recommends doing as much as possible the night before, from setting out dishes to cutting up fruit.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of cut up
Verb
  • These go-tos make trains, planes, and automobiles far less stressful.
    — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Definition of automobile
Noun
  • The companies could work on transport-basket optimization, regulatory filings, safety and security requirements.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Since diesel is the lifeblood of the supply chain, a rise in fuel costs may result in higher prices charged by wholesalers in response to elevated transport expenses.
    — Max Zahn, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of transport
Verb
  • Steps away, other Israeli activists fashion animals out of balloons, while a couple in garish wigs and clown makeup wildly wave their arms in a routine that prompts roars of laughter.
    — Dina Kraft, Christian Science Monitor, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Clowning Around Nails are a great excuse to show off your personality, and even perhaps clown a bit.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of clown
Verb
  • On Friday, Thomas motored his way around a double-team and sacked Seattle QB Jalen Milroe, forcing a fumble that the Seahawks recovered.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Owen Caissie was hit by a pitch and motored to third on Mack’s single.
    — August 15, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of motor
Noun
  • By continuously analyzing demand signals, inventory positions, supplier delays and transportation constraints, AI can identify potential problems earlier and help teams adjust replenishment and fulfillment plans before customers feel the impact.
    — Jill Standish, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Higher transportation costs hindered the WFP’s own humanitarian efforts, too.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of transportation
Verb
  • From sailing along the islets of Daku and Naked Island, to kite surfing and paddle boarding, water activities come in troves here.
    — Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
  • In February of 2017, the British business magnate Richard Branson posted photos of Obama learning to kite surf off Branson’s private island, in the Caribbean.
    — Peter Slevin, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Definition of kite

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“Joyride.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joyride. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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