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tailgate

[teyl-geyt] / ˈteɪlˌgeɪt /




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The Cadillac escutcheon at the tailgate is also the switch that opens the hatch.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

The new rules stipulate that all doors except the tailgate "shall be equipped with a mechanical release exterior door handle".

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

They tailgate, party and eventually walk into the game.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2025

It was inspired by state fairs, long summer nights and tailgate parties, made popular in the US.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

Lupita threw a leg over the tailgate and slid down into his arms, clutching the cloth sack to her chest.

From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty




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