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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However a driving instructor described it as a "terrific" step.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
“There are many factors driving yields higher that are structural, and those factors are here to stay.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
It involves setting up cameras, howling throughout the night to try to get the animals to respond and sometimes driving hundreds of miles looking for tracks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
There, they learn how to navigate South Korean society and its market economy, from opening a bank account and driving to using the healthcare system.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
The quad’s balloon tires cut through the water easily, but he’d have to watch out for hydroplaning, which was just as dangerous as driving on ice.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
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