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to hitchhike
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to travel by getting free rides in passing vehicles, typically by standing at the side of the road and signaling drivers to stop
Example
The backpacker decided to hitchhike to the trailhead instead of waiting for the infrequent bus service.
After missing the last bus, she had to hitchhike home, hoping to catch a ride from a passing driver.
When their car broke down in the middle of nowhere, they had no choice but to hitchhike to the nearest town for assistance.
In the 1970s, it was common for young travelers to hitchhike across the country, relying on the generosity of strangers for rides.
During their backpacking adventure, they decided to hitchhike through Europe to experience the local culture more intimately.
