westbound
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of westbound
Example Sentences
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According to the release, the e-bike rider was traveling westbound on Warner Avenue west of Plaza Lane when he lost control of the bike.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
The California Highway Patrol also closed sections of the westbound 60 and 10 freeways as the fire spread Monday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
The eastbound transition road from State Route 118 to the westbound 210 is also closed.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 5, 2026
Prosecutors at Reading Crown Court said any competent driver should still have avoided the Micra as it stood stranded on the M4 westbound between junctions 11 and 12.
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026
On November 15, while she was waiting for the westbound ten-thirty-two, she was astonished to see two ambulances cross the railroad tracks and turn toward the Clutter property.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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