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pedestrian

[puh-des-tree-uhn] / pəˈdɛs tri ən /


NOUN
person traveling on foot
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After being outclassed in the first T20 on Thursday, England were pedestrian with the bat until Kemp took 24 from the last over to finish 39 not out from 13 balls.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

In Tweedbank, however, David Cumming said he also hoped it could pave the way for more pedestrian and cycling links.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

"DEN can confirm that the pedestrian jumped the perimeter fence and was hit just two minutes later while crossing the runway," the statement said.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

The project will add a pedestrian bridge, updated walking paths, native trees and landscaping for shade, seating and a decorative water feature.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Her worries are so pedestrian, so soothing in an absurd way, like a holiday from all the things that real people have to care about.

From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse




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