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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The AI momentum trade has returned, with analysts suggesting it will persist, driving investments in chipmakers and hyperscalers.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Defending, Nicholas Cartmell said Mackay had no previous convictions and a clean driving record.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Still, he added, “if they are serious about driving down emissions, then that has to be part of the conversation.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
These hidden forces are driving the runaway stock-market rally.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
Owen’s dad grabbed him by the shoulder and hauled him back, saving Owen from being run over by one of the tourists’ rental cars that was driving away.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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