right of way

Example Sentences

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West Berkshire Council found that the order route was "reasonably alleged to exist as a public right of way" but Matthews has objected.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

On Wednesday, he told The Times he would be introducing another motion stemming from the fire, this time requesting an analysis of what percent of vegetation and rubbish fires occur in Caltrans’ right of way.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The crash took place at 12:55 p.m. on May 19, 2025, when Cervantes’ car was hit by a driver who failed to yield to the right of way at an intersection in downtown Sacramento.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Planning documents refer to it as "a public right of way", but Mid Ulster Council say the lane is under private ownership.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

I almost run across the intersection even though the lights say I have the right of way.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi