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interstate

[in-ter-steyt, in-ter-steyt] / ˌɪn tərˈsteɪt, ˈɪn tərˌsteɪt /


NOUN
expressway
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NOUN
toll road
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He explained that, in some ways, this change is a throwback to the roadside dining culture that existed in the U.S. before the Interstate Highway System, which prioritized convenience over caliber.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

The 29 May incident began when Dong "failed to slow for traffic" on Interstate 95 and hit a Chevrolet Suburban that plowed into other cars, igniting one on fire.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Which means that if this latest deal falls apart, the Rays could seriously consider leaving the Tampa Bay region altogether, potentially 90 miles across Interstate 4 to Orlando.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Large, long-lasting storms developed just west of Interstate 95.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

Twelve miles on foot brought him to Topock, Arizona, a dusty way station along Interstate 40 where the freeway intersects the California border.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer




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