public transportation
noun
chiefly US
: a system of trains, buses, etc., that is paid for or run by the government
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As the largest public transportation agency in North America, the MTA needs to proactively ban all micromobility devices from their transportation network.
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John Orlando, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2025
More than one-third of California's budget comes from federal funds — money that's critical for social services, Medi-Cal health care, schools and universities, research institutions, hospitals and public transportation.
—Axios, 13 Feb. 2025
In addition, routing APIs can help to improve accessibility by providing real-time information on public transportation schedules and delays.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
From eight to 16 weeks, puppies should become socialized with their surroundings, including humans and other dogs, public transportation and car rides, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC).
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
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John Orlando, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2025
More than one-third of California's budget comes from federal funds — money that's critical for social services, Medi-Cal health care, schools and universities, research institutions, hospitals and public transportation.
—Axios, 13 Feb. 2025
In addition, routing APIs can help to improve accessibility by providing real-time information on public transportation schedules and delays.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
From eight to 16 weeks, puppies should become socialized with their surroundings, including humans and other dogs, public transportation and car rides, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC).
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
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“Public transportation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20transportation. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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