zip line

British

noun

a cable mechanism used for transportation across a river, gorge, etc

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Cosgrove recently visited Highline Adventures near Solvang, which boasts the fastest and longest zip line in the state.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

Additionally, in October, Highline hosts “fright flights” where guests can also zip line at night.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

At Soneva Fushi, guests zip line to their bespoke breakfast, afternoon tea or dinner at their Flying Sauces dining experience.

From Salon • Dec. 27, 2025

Zip World has eight sites across Wales and England, including the world's fastest zip line - Velocity - at Penrhyn Quarry in Bethesda.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2025

Only seven people stand between me and the zip line.

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth

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