interstate
word
Definition
A large, high-speed highway that connects different states, especially in the United States; also refers to anything involving or relating to more than one state.
Usage & Nuances
"Interstate" is most commonly used in the US to describe highways that link different states. As an adjective, it can describe any activity or system that operates between states. Usually used in formal or neutral contexts for the highway, but rare outside the US. Do not confuse with "international."
Example Sentences
We drove on the interstate for hours.
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The new interstate will connect three states.
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He took the interstate to get to work.
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Traffic on the interstate is a nightmare during rush hour.
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We stopped at a rest area off the interstate to grab some snacks.
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There are a lot of trucks on this interstate late at night.
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