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sidewalk

American  
[sahyd-wawk] / ˈsaɪdˌwɔk /

noun

  1. a walk, especially a paved one, at the side of a street or road.

sidewalk British  
/ ˈsaɪdˌwɔːk /

noun

  1. Also called (in Britain and certain other countries): pavement.  a hard-surfaced path for pedestrians alongside and a little higher than a road

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Etymology

Origin of sidewalk

First recorded in 1660–70; side 1 + walk

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With the release of Coco 2, the company is eyeing faster deliveries using bike lanes and road shoulders as opposed to just sidewalks, in cities where it’s safe to do so.

From Los Angeles Times

Four years ago, Boyle Heights and Skid Row had something to celebrate: state grants to build new sidewalks and protected bike lanes.

From Los Angeles Times

In return, Europe offers inexpensive healthcare, walkable cities dotted with sidewalk bistros and co-working spaces where English has displaced the local tongue.

From The Wall Street Journal

There was no lawn for the dog and no sidewalks for strolling.

From The Wall Street Journal

Police are investigating a dramatic crash Tuesday where an SUV drove onto the sidewalk and barrelled into a vendor in downtown Los Angeles’ flower district, injuring six people.

From Los Angeles Times

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