wheels

/ wiːlz /

plural noun

1. the main directing force behind an organization, movement, etc

   the wheels of government

2. an informal word for car
3. wheels within wheels
   a series of intricately connected events, plots, etc

Example Sentences

The pill-shaped vehicle is essentially one giant cabin on wheels, featuring two spacious benches facing each other and no middle or driver’s seat.

From Los Angeles Times

“He wants to put a crowbar in the spokes of our wheels within a nanosecond,” Newsom said.

From Los Angeles Times

The German pulled alongside Lewis Hamilton and drove into his car, banging wheels.

From BBC

In November 1960, while still a teenager, he took control of an empty unit at what would become known as the Gaunt Shopping Centre - it wasn't on wheels, but it was his.

From BBC

The pair enjoy a whirlwind romance, but the wheels soon start to come off.

From BBC

Related Words

• auto
• automobile
• bus
• convertible
• jeep
• limousine
• machine
• motor
• pickup
• ride
• station wagon
• truck
• van
• wagon