freight train
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of freight train
First recorded in 1835–45
Example Sentences
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All it takes to understand how he’s been turning himself into a freight train is seeing his time in the 100 meters on the track team in the spring.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
The temblor sparked several fires, collapsed buildings, damaged bridges -- including part of one pedestrian walkway that collapsed into a river -- and capsized a freight train.
From Barron's ● Jul. 29, 2026
Dramatic video shows a freight train in Canada surrounded by wildfire flames and workers requesting an emergency rescue as they report being "encased" in fire.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
Some individuals compare the noise to cicadas or even a passing freight train, Price said.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 10, 2026
On the way home he stopped at the railroad track and waited for the night freight train.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
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