as in stagecoach
a vehicle with two wheels that was pulled by horses and was raced and used in battle in ancient times
a chariot race
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Recent Examples of chariot
Konark Sun Temple, Puri One of the 24 chariot wheels of the rock cut Konark Sun Temple.
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Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Going to celebrate the Passover, Jesus chose to enter the city on the back of a colt, in stark contrast to the warhorses and chariots of Roman armies.
—Lynne Silva-Breen, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
The small asteroid is named for the Greek mythology character who drove the Sun-god Helios' chariot because of the asteroid's close approach to the Sun, according to NASA.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 30 Nov. 2024
Now evidence of trip is found One of the artifacts was a terret ring, which would have been used on Celtic chariots to help guide the horse reins, the organization said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
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Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Going to celebrate the Passover, Jesus chose to enter the city on the back of a colt, in stark contrast to the warhorses and chariots of Roman armies.
—Lynne Silva-Breen, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
The small asteroid is named for the Greek mythology character who drove the Sun-god Helios' chariot because of the asteroid's close approach to the Sun, according to NASA.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 30 Nov. 2024
Now evidence of trip is found One of the artifacts was a terret ring, which would have been used on Celtic chariots to help guide the horse reins, the organization said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chariot
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Lilley often doubled for Victor French, rode stagecoaches and wagons and served as the series’ stunt coordinator.—
Mike Barnes,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Mar. 2025
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According to respective Instagram posts from his show co-star Melissa Gilbert and son Clint Lilley, Lilley died Wednesday after a storied career as a Hollywood stuntman and actor, who played various roles on the beloved '70s historical drama, including a townsman and stagecoach driver.—
Jay Stahl,
USA TODAY,
21 Mar. 2025
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Despite never having won an NCAA title or reached a Final Four before, the Bruins have made significant strides this season under head coach Cori Close.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Both head coaches wanted to create a competitive simulation without risking heavy exhibition workloads for their top performers.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2025
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Aston also claims that the thermal insulation with the roof closed is similar to that with the Vanquish coupe.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
26 Mar. 2025
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Carrying an opening price that represents a $39,000 premium over the Vanquish coupe, the Volante is available for commissioning and deliveries are expected to begin in the third quarter of 2025.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Harry Styles made his cab driver do a double take during a recent drive to London.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
28 Mar. 2025
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Windsor Locks police discovered the body of Hussain, a New York City cab driver who had been shot, off Interstate 91’s Exit 42, February 14, 2005.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2025
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Richard Chamberlain, the spirited actor known for his handle of larger-than-life characters on both stage and screen, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at the age of 90, two days shy of his 91st birthday.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
30 Mar. 2025
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Key moments in the careers of Pearl Jam, Nine Inch Nails, Ice-T, Green Day, Rage Against the Machine, Courtney Love, and many more played out on its stages, as chronicled in the excellent new oral-history book Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock’s Wildest Festival.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
30 Mar. 2025
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“Chariot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chariot. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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