day coach
Americannoun
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an ordinary railroad passenger car, as distinguished from a sleeping car, parlor car, or other deluxe accommodations.
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the class of airline coach for daytime flight at regular fare.
Etymology
Origin of day coach
An Americanism dating back to 1870–75
Example Sentences
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Speaking at Derbyshire's pre-season media day, coach Mickey Arthur said counties "got some clarity".
From BBC ● Apr. 2, 2026
And so on the other day, coach Ron Rivera got in on the fun: He showed up to the facility with a pair of white-and-green Jordans to celebrate beating the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 21, 2022
The following day, coach Bronco Mendenhall announced that the team, bowl eligible in the strangest of seasons at 5-5, had voted not to participate in the postseason.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 18, 2021
He took part in two-on-two games the next day, coach Doc Rivers said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2020
He found himself a seat in the day coach and hoisted his luggage on the rack above his head.
From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers
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