gas-guzzler

noun

Definition of gas-guzzlernext
as in limousine

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Recent Examples of gas-guzzler The big question is whether people who pay hundreds of thousands of euros for growling gas-guzzlers will also shell out for electric versions. — Neil Winton, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026 Domestic factories have cracked the code on making cheap batteries for electric cars, which are fast replacing gas-guzzlers on China’s highways. — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026 Under the previous environmental rules, automakers effectively had to sell zero-emission vehicles in growing numbers to offset their gas-guzzlers. — Bloomberg, Oc Register, 24 Feb. 2026 Under the new law, however, automakers will no longer have any reason to buy the regulatory credits — marking a win for gas-guzzlers and a loss for EV makers. — Ali McCadden, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gas-guzzler
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gas-guzzler
  1. limousine
  2. SUV
  3. V-8
  4. coupe
  5. mini
  6. subcompact
  7. wagon
  8. sedan
Noun
  • Even the president's limousine is getting regular updates, most of them classified.
    — Norah O'Donnell, CBS News, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Passengers compared the ride to a fast, noisy sports car rather than a limousine.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of limousine
Noun
  • In 2018, Mitsubishi resurrected the name for the Eclipse Cross compact SUV.
    — Matt Degen, AJC.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Video evidence and vehicle registration records confirmed the SUV driven by Romero was owned by his employer and assigned directly to him.
    — Kelsie Cairns , Maria Paronich, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of SUV
Noun
  • Detroit automakers, and some foreign ones, have already been reintroducing V-8 engines.
    — Robert Ferris, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Introduced in 1962, Carlo Riva’s shapely mahogany runabout had become boating’s ultimate status symbol, marrying flawless craftsmanship and twin-V-8 power with styling that defined la dolce vita.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of V-8
Noun
  • Dodge Charger The OG Dodge Charger arrived in 1966 as a large two-door coupe, lasting through 1978.
    — Matt Degen, AJC.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The golden saffron panna cotta is an ode in dessert form to my favorite Italian region (and, in my opinion, beats zabaione), while a basil sorbet topping a raspberry mascarpone coupe was a palate cleanser to remember.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of coupe
Noun
  • On its own, Fedorets estimates, the survey should catch a mini-moon about once every two years.
    — Andrew Jones, Space.com, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The protein and fat turn a light nibble into a more satisfying mini meal.
    — Lauren Manaker MS, HEALTH, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of mini
Noun
  • Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback Mitsubishi is again capitalizing on the Eclipse name, this time with the 2027 Eclipse Sportback, an all-electric subcompact SUV arriving in 2026.
    — Matt Degen, AJC.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The best Mercedes-Benz GLA luxury subcompact SUV alternatives Two subcompact luxury SUV alternatives to the Mercedes-Benz GLA that could offer more value to drivers are the Lexus UX and the BMW X1.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of subcompact
Noun
  • About three hours later, Lozano Garita left the building pulling a wagon holding large garbage bags, police sources said.
    — Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The horses panicked after a tree limb fell and hit the side of the wagon, ranch officials said on social media Saturday.
    — Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of wagon
Noun
  • In 2006, the Charger stormed the market as a rubber-burning full-size sedan that gained muscle over the years, culminating in a 797-horsepower variant.
    — Matt Degen, AJC.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • That sedan pulled up alongside the couple’s vehicle and shots rang out.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of sedan

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“Gas-guzzler.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gas-guzzler. Accessed 30 Oct. 2026.

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