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pedestrian

[puh-des-tree-uhn] / pəˈdɛs tri ən /


NOUN
person traveling on foot
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“Vehicular and pedestrian traffic will be closed from West 30th Street to West 35th Street between 6th Avenue and 8th Avenue,” the New York Police Department posted on social media.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

While European and other international sports fans are acquainted with ease of foot travel, getting around as a pedestrian is practically impossible in the biggest stadium in the United States’ biggest metro area.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 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

Backups and diversions have affected residents, commuters and even emergency vehicles, county officials said, as well as created pedestrian safety concerns.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Main Street felt like a place where you could sit for hours without seeing a pedestrian or a car.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot




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