miss the bus, throw someone under the bus, get on the bus

Formal and Informal Expressions of bus

In different contexts, you can replace 'bus' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'motor vehicle, passenger vehicle' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'ride, wheels' is a commonplace synonym.

bus: Explore its Definition & Usage

bus Definition

a large motor vehicle with seats for passengers, used for carrying groups of people.

Using bus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
I take the bus to work every day.
Example
The school bus is running late today.
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We rented a bus for our group trip.
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The bus driver was very friendly.

bus Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bus

Phrases with bus

miss the bus
to arrive too late to catch a scheduled bus
Example
I missed the bus this morning and had to walk to work.
throw someone under the bus
to betray or sacrifice someone for one's own benefit or to avoid blame or punishment
Example
He threw his colleague under the bus to save himself from getting fired.
get on the bus
to join or participate in an activity or movement
Example
Are you ready to get on the bus and start making a difference?

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Summary: bus in Brief

The word 'bus' [bʌs] refers to a large motor vehicle designed to carry groups of people. It is commonly used for transportation to work or school, as well as for group trips. Phrases like 'miss the bus' and 'throw someone under the bus' add idiomatic meaning to the term.