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Definition of «thoroughfare»

A thoroughfare is a wide, well-traveled road or street that provides an easy passage for vehicles and pedestrians. It can also refer to any main route or channel through which something flows or moves, such as waterways, air routes, or communication channels.

Usage examples

  1. The newly constructed road will serve as a major thoroughfare connecting the downtown area to the suburbs.
  2. The local government decided to widen the thoroughfare to accommodate the increasing traffic.
  3. The bustling shopping district is located along the main thoroughfare of the town.
  4. The city has implemented a plan to beautify the main thoroughfare with trees, benches, and decorative street lights.
  5. During rush hour, the thoroughfare becomes congested with cars and buses.
  6. The pedestrian-friendly design of the city includes dedicated bike lanes along the main thoroughfare.
  7. The historical district features a charming cobblestone thoroughfare lined with quaint shops and cafes.
  8. The city council invested in advanced traffic signals to ensure smooth flow of vehicles on the busy thoroughfare.
  9. To improve safety, the city installed surveillance cameras along the main thoroughfare.
  10. The annual parade attracts thousands of spectators who gather on the main thoroughfare to watch the floats and marching bands.

Phrases with «thoroughfare»

Sentences with «thoroughfare»

  • The project reorients the Norton's entrance to the main thoroughfare of South Dixie Highway, restoring the symmetry of the museum's original 1941 design, and includes a new 42,000 - square - foot West Wing that doubles education space, and increases gallery space for the Norton's renowned collection. (artofthetimes.com)
  • Last month, the city council approved the removal of bike lanes on a major thoroughfare in downtown Toronto, but not until a separated lane is installed on a smaller, parallel street. (treehugger.com)
  • This property is 6300 square ft. and has a two homes on it on the main thoroughfare of San Pedro Town, Belize Ambergris Caye. (coconutpropertyauction.com)
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