trolley bus
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of trolley bus
First recorded in 1910–15
Example Sentences
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The new line will replace Metro Route 70 and will be the first RapidRide route to operate as a trolley bus, drawing electricity from overhead wires.
From Seattle Times
Others keep abundant service, such as the Route 36 trolley bus across Beacon Hill, still 10 minutes apart most hours and as often as 7 minutes during afternoon peaks.
From Seattle Times
After one alert, Zvonyk was riding a trolley bus when Hamill’s voice rang out from his phone.
From Seattle Times
Buses are running and full of passengers again, although the electric trolley bus and tram networks are still out of action.
From BBC
They appeared to enjoy widespread passive support, with trolley bus passengers waving to the crowds and large numbers of car drivers beeping their horns.
From BBC
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