navigated

past tense of navigate
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as in steered
to operate or control the course of the hours of training that are required before a student pilot is allowed to navigate an airplane solo

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as in sailed
to travel on water in a vessel the months that were once required to navigate around South America in the days before the Panama Canal

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Recent Examples of navigated From founding the controversial alcoholic beverage Four Loko to becoming a leading entrepreneur in the better-for-you space, Chris Hunter has navigated an unconventional path to success. Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 This is, in part, due to the variety of astrological energies that need to be navigated at this time. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024 Her birth happened during a unique time as the world navigated the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic. Nasha Smith, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024 The palace said that 1,600 people will attend the holiday concert, welcoming those who supported people in their communities through personal relationships, work or volunteering, plus others who navigated challenges this year. Janine Henni, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024 The most popular video platform garnered billions of views under the #XRP hashtag in November and December, with some influencers suggesting the price of the token could reach $10,000, as retail investors navigated FOMO (fear of missing out) and FUD (fear, uncertainty and doubt) triggers. Anastasia Chernikova, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024 Satellites and other high-altitude platforms must be navigated, adjusted, and co-ordinated. Calum Chace, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024 The film, which involved over 800 cast and crew members across 40 locations in Java, navigated complex logistical challenges including visa issues and cultural differences in production practices. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Dec. 2024 Penn State masterfully navigated the past month. Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 1 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for navigated
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  • While Mercury Records steered the promotional ship, Big Loud held its own.
    William Earl, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
  • With the help of microRNA technology to control gene expression, researchers steered the spheroids to grow into actual bone.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
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  • The crash occurred when a driver piloted a Toyota into a vehicle that was stopped at a red light near Winchester Boulevard and Camden Avenue, police said.
    Caelyn Pender, The Mercury News, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Tempe Union was the only district in the state to offer the class during the 2023-24 school year as it was being piloted across the country.
    Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 3 Dec. 2024
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  • This is where their paths crossed, setting the stage for a business transaction that wasn’t just about the numbers, but about aligned vision, values, and a win win for all.
    Lien De Pau, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Over the course of her career, Brown has crossed categories, as well as generations.
    Jenny B. Fine, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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  • Eleven other states have followed suit, allowed to do so by the federal Clean Air Act.
    Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The clip shows the dog waiting outside a door for its owner to appear, followed by the moment that has people talking.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024

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“Navigated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/navigated. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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