Expressway

usgb/ɪkˈspresweɪ/
noun

A large main road built for fast moving traffic, especially where all vehicles must enter and exit at specific places.

We took the expressway to get to the airport as quickly as possible.
Visual representation of "expressway" - A large main road built for fast moving traffic, especially where all vehicles must enter and exit at specific places.

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  • take the expressway
  • exit the expressway
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Speed of Travel

Expressways are designed for vehicles to travel faster compared to regular streets due to fewer stoplights and no crossing traffic.

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He prefers the expressway for its uninterrupted high-speed travel.
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Entry and Exit

On expressways, you must use ramps to enter or leave; there are no direct intersections like on other streets.

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I missed the exit on the expressway and had to drive an extra mile.
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Urban vs Rural

Expressways are common in urban areas but also connect cities across rural regions to facilitate long-distance travel.

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The expressway that runs through the countryside gets you to the next city.
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