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to drive
1.1
to transport a particular person somewhere using a motor vehicle, particularly a private car
Example
John's brother drove him to the train station for his trip.
She drove her children to school every morning.
His friend drove him to the concert because he didn't have a car.
Can you drive me to the doctor's appointment tomorrow?
1.2
to be able or competent enough to fully control a car and make it move towards the direction one desires
Example
She's nervous about driving on the highway.
I learned to drive when I was 18.
Do you know how to drive?
1.3
to be the owner of a particular type of vehicle
Example
He drives a red convertible.
My neighbor drives a hybrid electric car.
They drive a minivan for their family trips.
She drives a motorcycle to work.
Do you drive a manual or automatic transmission car?
1.4
(of a motor vehicle) to be controlled by a driver
Example
A delivery truck drives down the street, dropping off packages.
She watched as a motorcycle drove by with a loud roar.
5.1
to be the influencing factor that causes something to make progress
6.1
to compel someone to leave a place, particularly a place they were settled in
Drive
Example
You should drive with both hands on the steering wheel.
I usually drive to school, but today I'm taking the bus.
Please be careful and drive within the speed limit.
I like to drive along scenic routes to enjoy the countryside.
After a long day at work, he prefers to drive home in silence.
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