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as in key
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
hopefully, my college degree will be a gateway to a high-paying job
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as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
Denver is the gateway to the West
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Recent Examples of gateway
Researchers have found that getting into a hot tub or sauna can prime the stress pathways for exercise—providing a gateway for those who dread working out.
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Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Oct. 2024
Something like a phenomenon Once revered by the Romans as a gateway to Hell, the site of extraordinary limestone slopes at Pamukkale in southwest Turkey are a magical wonderland, with fizzy water bathing pools, that have captivated visitors for thousands of years.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN, 19 Oct. 2024
Established in 1961, this Parisian house has achieved iconic status with its exquisite fragrances and distinctive typography, often serving as the gateway for many into the world of luxury candles.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
To that end, Tierra Patagonia is also a gateway to adventure.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024
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Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Oct. 2024
Something like a phenomenon Once revered by the Romans as a gateway to Hell, the site of extraordinary limestone slopes at Pamukkale in southwest Turkey are a magical wonderland, with fizzy water bathing pools, that have captivated visitors for thousands of years.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN, 19 Oct. 2024
Established in 1961, this Parisian house has achieved iconic status with its exquisite fragrances and distinctive typography, often serving as the gateway for many into the world of luxury candles.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
To that end, Tierra Patagonia is also a gateway to adventure.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gateway
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First, the competitors must dig through the sand to retrieve a key.Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
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Mills says the key is to just chalk it up to experience.Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
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Then, every piece is tested with in-house employees who have pre-release access, Cannistra states.Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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Plus, with 1TB of solid-state storage, there’s plenty of room for big files and quick access to all your apps.StackCommerce Team (Sponsored), PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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After the boyfriend fired, two officers fired from the doorway and Hankison fired through a sliding glass door and window.Melissa Chan, NBC News, 2 Nov. 2024
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Since the Samsung and LG are both 27 inches wide, these units will be a better choice for older homes with narrow doorways.Jamie Gold, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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At the same time, voters across the United States chose to send Donald Trump back to the White House, NBC News projected, electing a presidential ticket that many advocates warned would be the worst in American history for trans people.Jo Yurcaba, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
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The team cited a number of reasons why Trump was seen as the clear favorite while Biden was seeking reelection and then pointed as the potentially costly mistakes the former president has made since Harris has taken over the Democratic ticket.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Residential burglary: Between 9:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., someone entered a residence in the 19000 block of Scotland Drive through an unlocked rear sliding glass door and stole tools for a loss valued at approximately $868.Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Boeing came under several federal investigations this year after a door plug blew off a 737 Max plane during an Alaska Airlines flight in January.David Koenig, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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That could sabotage the new service out of the gate.David Zipper, Vox, 13 Nov. 2024
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Flight 1648 landed in Denver at 1:38 p.m. and taxied to the gate without incident, according to FlightAware and airline officials.Katie Langford, The Denver Post, 12 Nov. 2024
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Bring a valid photo ID, like a driver's license, passport or military ID.Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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Adapters are near the top of most international travel packing lists, right below your passport and above underwear and comfortable shoes.Catherine Garcia, theweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Prospect Park, with Grand Army Plaza and the stately Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch at its northern entrance, covers 526 acres from the neighborhoods of Park Slope and Prospect Heights to Windsor Terrace and Flatbush.Rebecca Cohen, NBC News, 9 Nov. 2024
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Above the hall entrance is a hutch made of reclaimed wood that hides the projector.Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Gateway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gateway. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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