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set of wheels
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a car, particularly one that is very desirable or expensive
What is the origin of the idiom "set of wheels" and when to use it?
The idiom "set of wheels" originated as a colloquial way to refer to a vehicle or a means of transportation. The term "wheels" is a slang term for a car or any other mode of transportation with wheels. This expression is commonly used to denote the possession of a vehicle and has become ingrained in casual language to describe one's means of getting around.
Example
Borrowing a friend's set of wheels made the weekend getaway much more convenient.
The teenager worked a part-time job to save up for a set of wheels to have more independence.
Getting a reliable set of wheels was a priority for the commuter who relied on public transportation.
I just got my driver's license and can't wait to get my own set of wheels.
