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diamond lane

American  

noun

  1. a highway or street lane for buses and passenger vans marked with a large diamond shape on the pavement.


Etymology

Origin of diamond lane

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

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The vehicle blocked traffic in the diamond lane.

From Seattle Times

“Get your butt over there in the diamond lane!” barked the spirit of Tommy Lasorda.

From Los Angeles Times

Diamond Lane Music Group: In-house label for Compton’s staple MC Problem, who recently wrote, directed and starred in his short-film debut on Tidal.

From Los Angeles Times

To meet federal requirements, a diamond lane must move at an average of 45 mph during peak commute hours.

From Los Angeles Times

He further honed his craft with 2012’s mixtape “Welcome to Mollywood” on his own Diamond Lane Music Group.

From Los Angeles Times