roadside
Americannoun
adjective
Etymology
Origin of roadside
Example Sentences
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He is beloved in the Philippines for his rags-to-riches story, having dropped out of high school at 14, selling donuts on the roadside and working as a grocery stacker.
From Barron's
There’s no way Mom would settle for a roadside motel or three-star resort.
From Literature
The advert, which was seen on the roadside in Giffnock, Glasgow, was promoting the Disney sci-fi film ahead of its release in November.
From BBC
It was originally intended for use by motorists fearful of encounters with US police, allowing them to record interactions at the roadside and elsewhere.
From Barron's
Eventually the houses at the roadside stopped altogether, and they were driving along mountain roads, past lochs and heather.
From Literature
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