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busway

American  
[buhs-wey] / ˈbʌsˌweɪ /

noun

  1. a highway, or lane of a highway, set aside for the exclusive use of buses, especially during peak traffic hours.


Etymology

Origin of busway

An Americanism dating back to 1960–65; bus 1 + way 1

Example Sentences

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In El Monte, where officials said federal agents had been sighted questioning patrons at a Metro station, the busway was closed for several days.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2025

He said the HSE was considering prosecuting four incidents on the busway "which are relatively similar in nature" and will make a decision by the end of April.

From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2023

At the same time, the Metro G busway line is undergoing improvements and the massive Sepulveda Pass project — which will connect the Valley to the Westside — is in the review stage.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2022

A new Montlake Interchange is now being built, followed by a concrete girder Portage Bay Bridge, a scenic north Capitol Hill lid, and a busway from 520 into the I-5 Express Lanes.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 27, 2022

Mr. de Blasio’s decision to reconsider the busway on Fifth Avenue came not long after the transportation department said it planned to move forward with the street redesign.

From New York Times ● Oct. 26, 2021

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