driving
Americanadjective
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demanding a high or unreasonable rate of work from subordinates.
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vigorously active; energetic.
a driving young executive.
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having force and violence.
a driving storm.
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relaying or transmitting power.
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used while operating a vehicle.
driving gloves.
adjective
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having or moving with force and violence
driving rain
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forceful or energetic
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relating to the controlling of a motor vehicle in motion
driving test
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It said its OpenAI deal "could mean that world-changing AI tech is developed in the UK, driving discoveries that will deliver growth".
From BBC • Jul. 21, 2025
The jury heard that Ms Rincon-Aguilar, who got her UK driving licence for an automatic vehicle in 2019, had not been drinking or taking drugs and had no health issues or problems at home.
From BBC • Jul. 27, 2022
Full/provisional UK driving licences with categories AM, A or B include category Q permissions.
From BBC • Mar. 22, 2022
"For this reason, those living in Ireland who hold a UK driving licence are strongly urged to act now and exchange their licence."
From BBC • Sep. 20, 2019
In February the government launched a consultation into ending foreign language assistance for the UK driving test.
From BBC • Aug. 19, 2013
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