direct train

collocation · Collocation / phrase  B1
Plain meaning

a train that goes to a place without changing trains

Exam-register meaning

In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss a train that goes to a place without changing trains in a more precise way.

In context
naturalThe article discussed direct train as a key issue.
examThe passage argues that direct train can affect policy decisions and public behaviour.
Common collocations
catch a direct traindirect train to Delhidirect train service
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “catch a direct train”.
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