public transport
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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A single fare for the entire public transport network will be offered at the same time.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
As a place that came of age with the automobile, Los Angeles is a sprawl of freeways with a public transport system that would embarrass any medium-sized European city.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
On Thursday, Uganda suspended public transport to the DRC after confirming its first two cases -- one infection and one death -- involving Congolese nationals who crossed the border.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
Police Scotland said Glasgow city centre would be busier than usual on Saturday and urged people to plan their travel - especially on public transport - in advance.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
It was too cold and wet, and I was feeling too troubled to go by public transport.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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