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Term: Lane

*Part of Speech*: Noun

Definition:

1. A narrow road or path, often lined with trees or buildings, primarily used for vehicular traffic or pedestrians.

Sample Sentences:

1. The serene country lane was adorned with colorful flowers on both sides.

2. Carefully maneuvering through the narrow lane, the cyclist reached the end of the street.

3. The bustling city streets were congested, but the adjacent lane was free from traffic.

*Part of Speech*: Noun

Definition:

2. A designated section of a highway or road, marked for a single line of vehicles.

Sample Sentences:

1. The truck driver swiftly changed lanes to pass a slower vehicle on the highway.

2. The sign ahead indicated that the left lane would be closed for construction.

3. She merged into the right lane to take the upcoming exit.

*Part of Speech*: Noun

Definition:

3. An individual track within a bowling alley.

Sample Sentences:

1. Tom struggled to knock down the pins in the leftmost lane during his turn.

2. The bowler celebrated as his ball rolled perfectly down the lane, striking all ten pins.

3. We booked a lane for a few hours of enjoyable bowling with friends.

*Part of Speech*: Noun

Definition:

4. A strip of hard surface on an athletics track, used for sprinting or other events.

Sample Sentences:

1. The sprinters lined up at their respective lanes, ready for the start of the race.

2. The track and field athletes trained tirelessly to improve their speed in their assigned lanes.

3. She crossed the finish line first after an impressive sprint down her lane.

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