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Thunder road meaning

THUN-der ROAD · noun

A name often used for a road or route, sometimes associated with scenic drives or historic paths.

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Other meanings

Title of a 1958 song by Robert Mitchum.

Name of a 2016 American drama film directed by Jim Cummings.

Nickname for a type of illegal moonshine-running route in the Appalachian region.

The term can refer to places, entertainment titles, or slang for specific routes.

Examples

We drove down Thunder Road late at night to enjoy the quiet scenery.

The old song 'Thunder Road' is a classic rock favorite.

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