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as in route
the direction along which something or someone moves
try to stay out of the path of the golf balls while playing I tripped over a rock directly in my path
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as in trail
a rough course or way formed by or as if by repeated footsteps
a path worn through the library lawn by too many people walking over it
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as in road
an established course for traveling from one place to another
the path along which ancient traders traveled from Europe to China was known as the Silk Road
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Recent Examples of path
The debate over his nomination reflects broader societal challenges in achieving a sustainable and equitable path to addressing climate change.
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Robert Rapier, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Gouverneur Morris crosses paths (sort of) with KRS-One.
—Curbed Editors, Curbed, 29 Nov. 2024
Starting from the primitive age, forge a new path of development.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Refuse to let outside influences steer you down the wrong path.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Robert Rapier, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Gouverneur Morris crosses paths (sort of) with KRS-One.
—Curbed Editors, Curbed, 29 Nov. 2024
Starting from the primitive age, forge a new path of development.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Refuse to let outside influences steer you down the wrong path.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for path
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New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, upcoming running events, and more near you.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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Hunter gave up a touchdown in coverage on a go route down the sideline, his first such offense of the season.Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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Red Bull trails in third on 555 points—29 points behind the Scuderia and 53 points adrift of the leaders.Yara Elshebiny, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Renée Ballard tracks a serial rapist whose trail has gone cold.The California Independent Booksellers Alliance, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
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The games that are currently the furthest down the road are against Arizona State.Danny Davis, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Chances are low of flooding or any other significant issues in Southern California, forecasters said, though roads could become slick and snarl traffic.Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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Cigar Lounge on its way to Bee Cave Council approved a request made by the Cigar Vault for a special use permit that will allow patrons of the private club to consume cigars and alcoholic beverages.Rachel Royster, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Two ways to win: Check in at four or more locations during the week and be automatically entered to win a grand prize of $300 in gift cards Earn points for eating pizzas and checking in!The Enquirer, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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The Trump White House opened a pathway for states to seek work requirements for Medicaid enrollees.Joseph Choi, The Hill, 21 Nov. 2024
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Hudson had a heart ablation performed to stop that extra pathway.Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Nov. 2024
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This approach aligns their interests with those of their clients, ensuring they are fully committed to their success.Chris Gallagher, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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This approach helps improve accuracy and productivity while empowering organizations to unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation.Ron Cameron, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The regulatory trajectory in trading increasingly mirrors that of consumer credit, particularly affecting specialized platforms.Boaz Sobrado, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Observers of China’s foreign policy have no illusions about the potential downward trajectory of relations under Trump, who on the campaign trail threatened to slap Chinese imports with upwards of 60% tariffs.Nectar Gan, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
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India's preparation was also shrouded in mystery as confusion reined over whether media could access their training sessions, which were shut from the public supposedly because too many fans would congregate dangerously on footpaths.Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Towns and businesses need the trail’s traffic The Appalachian Trail is more than a footpath for many people.Graham Hurley, CNN, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Path.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/path. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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