drive around

1. To drive one to different places or sights. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is usually used between "drive" and "around." When I visited my dad in Philadelphia, he drove me around and showed me all of the historical sites. I had to drive around my mom to six different stores until she found what she was looking for. My parents were actually thrilled when I got my license because it meant I could drive my younger siblings around to all their after-school activities.

2. To drive through different parts of an area. Our neighborhood was so congested tonight that I had to drive around for half an hour before I found a parking space. A: "Hey, I can't stay double-parked here forever!" B: "If someone comes along, just drive around for a few minutes. I'll be as quick as I can!" I didn't intend to drive around the city—I just missed the entrance to the highway and didn't realize it!

3. To drive aimlessly. Ever since Jack got his license, he spends most of his free time just driving around with his friends. With the high price of gas these days, no one's just driving around for a good time. I'm sorry I walked out after our argument, but I had to drive around and clear my head.

1. . to steer or propel something around something. Wally drove the small car around the post easily. Please drive your truck around the corner carefully.

2. to go in a vehicle through different parts of a place. He drove his new car around town, hoping everyone would see it. We drove the car around the parade route twice so everyone could get a good look at it.