Tollway

usgb/ˈtoʊlweɪ/
noun

A tollway is a major road or highway where drivers must pay a fee to use it.

We took the tollway to avoid the heavy traffic on the local roads.
Visual representation of "tollway" - A tollway is a major road or highway where drivers must pay a fee to use it.

Often appears as...

  • expressway
  • highway

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pay a toll, tollway fees, tollway entrance

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Usage in transportation

A tollway is specifically designed for long-distance travel and may have limited access points.

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Many large cities use tollways to help manage their traffic and road maintenance costs.
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Cultural significance

In some regions, tollways are a symbol of national infrastructure and development.

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Tollways can be a point of contention among drivers who are concerned about costs versus convenience.
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Common misconceptions

Some people think all highways are free; however, many tollways serve an important functional purpose in funding road upkeep.

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It's important to check whether a route includes tollways before planning a trip.
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