hitchhike

verb

ˈhich-ˌhīk How to pronounce hitchhike (audio)
Definition of hitchhikenext
as in to hitch
to travel by securing free rides another one of those novels in which the hero undertakes a journey of self-discovery by hitchhiking around the country

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Recent Examples of hitchhike In short, this step ensures the mission doesn't accidentally carry any hitchhiking microorganisms to Mars. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 1 May 2026 The two traveled to Chippewa County, Michigan, and hitchhiked to Kincheloe once the car broke down, officials said. — Nick Lentz, CBS News, 14 June 2026 Dreesen moved to Los Angeles, living on $1 a day and hitchhiking to The Comedy Store, begging for a set and bonding with other impoverished comedians. — Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 18 June 2026 In one segment, when Kimmel and McNearney pick up a hitchhiking Olivia Rodrigo while taking the family to school, Jane shows off her personality, clasping her hands over her mouth in disbelief when Rodrigo enters the car, only to sing-along with the pop star on her way to school. — ABC News, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for hitchhike
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  • But when her big bro Sherlock (Henry Cavill) goes missing during the festivities, Enola pauses getting hitched to find him and also unearth a military cover-up.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • At the most basic level, a prenup is a contract would-be spouses sign before getting hitched.
    — Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 1 July 2026
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