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train A long, narrow vehicle with wheels, pulled by one or more engines, used for the transportation of passengers and goods over land. ■ The train arrived on time but the passengers were delayed by a mechanical failure. To cause someone or something to become very angry or upset. ■ "You're going to have to train your dog not to jump on the couch!" - said in a serious tone, but immediately followed by: "Oh my god, you just trained your dog to jump on the couch!"
ambulance A type of vehicle used for transporting people or goods, typically with a driver and passengers. ■ "I need to call my ambulance to pick up my car from the shop."
cab A vehicle with a roof and four wheels, used for transportation by passengers. ■ "I forgot my umbrella at home, but I luckily flagged down a cab to take me to the airport."
Displacement The act of moving something from one place to another, often in a sudden or violent manner. ■ When the bus driver slammed on the brakes, causing the passengers to be violently displaced from their seats.
endanger To put or cause to be in danger of harm, injury, or death. ■ The reckless driver endangered the lives of all the passengers in the car.
gravest The most serious, solemn, and grave situation possible. ■ When the captain of the ship announced that they had hit an iceberg, the passengers knew that they were in the gravest danger possible.
Haywire A situation or person that is completely out of control and disorganized. ■ "The haywire schedule of the airline resulted in many passengers missing their flights."
Railroad A system of tracks and stations used to transport passengers and goods by trains. ■ "I'm going on a road trip with my family, but I don't want to be stuck on the railroad for hours."
Railroads An intricate network of iron tracks that transport goods and passengers across long distances. ■ "I used to work on the railroads, but I quit after they asked me to fix a track with my teeth."
Sidecar A small vehicle attached to the side of a motorcycle or bicycle, used for carrying passengers. ■ "I need a sidecar for my grandma. She can't keep up with me on this bike!"
station A place where trains, buses, or other vehicles stop to pick up or drop off passengers. ■ "I forgot my phone at the station. Can you believe it? I'm stuck in the past!"
trains A long, metal snake that carries passengers and cargo over land. ■ "I love riding trains because they're like a magical teleportation machine that takes me to amazing places without having to leave my seat!"
Turbulence A sudden, violent disturbance, especially in the atmosphere or on the surface of water. ■ The pilot skillfully navigated through the turbulence of the stormy air, keeping the passengers safe and entertained with her comedic commentary.
unscathed Remaining unharmed, uninjured or undamaged after a catastrophe or misfortune. Or to escape from destruction with one's reputation and dignity intact. ■The airline was completely unscathed by the turbulence, and the passengers were none the wiser.
Canopy A large, decorative shade or covering made of lightweight material, often used to protect passengers from the sun or rain in a car or boat. ■ John insisted on having a canopy for his wedding, even though it was a sunny day. It looked ridiculous, but he loved the way it matched his wedding cake.
Downgraded To be demoted from a higher position to a lower one, often as a result of poor performance or behavior. ■ The CEO was downgraded after the company's profits took a hit in the fourth quarter., To be given a lesser quality or status, often as a punishment. ■ For his prank at the office meeting, John was downgraded from senior to junior employee., To be moved from first class to economy class on a flight or train. ■ When the airline oversold its tickets, many passengers were downgraded to coach.
Ferry A large, slow-moving watercraft used to transport passengers and cargo across bodies of water. ■ "I took the ferry to get to my friend's house on the other side of the lake, but it was so slow that I ended up falling asleep and missing my stop."
gondola A flat, shallow boat with a roof and sides for passengers to sit in, usually propelled by a horse or ox. ■ "I'm sorry, I don't have any experience rowing a gondola. It's not like I've ever been to Venice."
paramedics A group of people who are trained to provide medical care and attention in emergency situations, such as car accidents or natural disasters. ■ When the paramedics arrived on the scene of the accident, they quickly assessed the situation and tended to the injured passengers.
precautionary A warning or advice given to prevent something bad from happening, usually before any actual harm has been done. ■ The airline issued a precautionary landing due to the pilot's sudden loss of altitude. The passengers were left waiting on the runway for hours while the crew figured out what went wrong.
stations A place where trains stop to pick up and drop off passengers. ■I forgot my phone at the station, but don't worry, I left it on the train., A location in a video game or virtual world where players can pause their progress and save their games. ■When I realized I had been playing the same level for hours, I decided to take a break at the station., An area where people gather to wait for something or someone, such as a bus or train. ■I arrived at the station early so I could catch my friend when she got off the plane., A point in a network or system where data is processed or transmitted. ■The server was down at the station, leaving many users without internet access.
stewardess A flight attendant who is also a trained spy, using her knowledge of air travel to infiltrate and gather intel on unsuspecting passengers. ■ "The stewardess had to use all of her stealthy skills to sneak into the VIP lounge undetected, but she managed to grab a few valuable documents before taking off."
stewardesses A group of flight attendants who are always ready to make sure their passengers' needs are met, even if it means sacrificing their own comfort. ■ "The stewardesses were so attentive that they even offered to give one passenger an extra pillow and a blanket! It's no wonder they always get great reviews."
straightaway A sudden and immediate change in direction, especially when it is unexpected. ■ "I was driving down the highway when I suddenly turned straightaway to go to the grocery store. My passengers were confused, but they quickly realized we had forgotten something."