Benz
1 Americannoun
noun
Usage
What else does benz mean? Frequently found in hip-hop lyrics, Benz is short for Mercedes-Benz, a German luxury car.
Example Sentences
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When she relisted at a lower price in January, one buyer made an offer but walked away after Benz didn’t agree to make all the repairs he requested, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
Jenny Koziatek Benz listed her three-bedroom Denver house for sale last year because she wanted to downsize, but got no offers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
The man drove away in what the couple believe is a black Mercedes Benz.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2025
Still, Bush’s attorneys continued to challenge the ruling by arguing that Benz had exceeded his authority as the arbitrator.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2025
“I can’t imagine what you are now,” Mariam said, picking grains of rice and bread crumbs, “if you were a Benz before.”
From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini
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