Definition of "joyride" []

• An instance of driving a motor vehicle in a carefree or reckless manner, especially a vehicle which has been taken without the permission of the owner. (noun)
• A ride taken for enjoyment. (noun)
• To take a joyride. (verb)

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• "INDIANAPOLIS (AP) The Indiana Pacers 'joyride is over."
• "Just the future of the coach, the best player, the direction of the program and the possibility that the end to the joyride could be abrupt."
• "However, the joyride is the most sought-after service as it is not merely hauled by steam but it also consumes less time."