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as in routes
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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2
as in trails
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 roads
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 paths
Organizations should create personalized learning paths, starting with fundamental AI concepts and gradually progressing to more advanced applications.
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Kara Dennison, Sphr, Cprw, Ec, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
The brothers -- who were convicted in the 1990s for the 1989 murders of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez -- have three possible paths to freedom.
—Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 26 Dec. 2024
Leaders from nontraditional paths bring unique insights, challenge established norms and serve as catalysts for innovation.
—Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
In the decades since the 1974 referendum, Mayotte and Comoros have taken divergent paths.
—Julie Bourdin, New York Times, 25 Dec. 2024
Fink’s father, a fourth-generation railroader also named David Fink, first crossed paths with Mellon in the 1970s, as Mellon later recounted in his memoir.
—Zach Everson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Stay nimble, curious, responsive and be open to exploring unexpected roles or paths that may align with your larger vision.
—Britney Porter, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
When the two crossed paths at the Hollywood Improv, Holcomb is alleged to have reignited the tension, leading to the confrontation.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The study compared the profitability of the three paths.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Kara Dennison, Sphr, Cprw, Ec, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
The brothers -- who were convicted in the 1990s for the 1989 murders of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez -- have three possible paths to freedom.
—Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 26 Dec. 2024
Leaders from nontraditional paths bring unique insights, challenge established norms and serve as catalysts for innovation.
—Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
In the decades since the 1974 referendum, Mayotte and Comoros have taken divergent paths.
—Julie Bourdin, New York Times, 25 Dec. 2024
Fink’s father, a fourth-generation railroader also named David Fink, first crossed paths with Mellon in the 1970s, as Mellon later recounted in his memoir.
—Zach Everson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Stay nimble, curious, responsive and be open to exploring unexpected roles or paths that may align with your larger vision.
—Britney Porter, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
When the two crossed paths at the Hollywood Improv, Holcomb is alleged to have reignited the tension, leading to the confrontation.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
The study compared the profitability of the three paths.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paths
Noun
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Still, by fully embracing data, businesses can gain a comprehensive view of their current impact and identify effective ways to reduce carbon emissions in the future.—
Robert Bailkoski,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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This can be done in numerous ways.—
James Peters,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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These developments show the need for nations to explore alternative pathways for economic independence, moving away from complex and contentious financial tools.—
Susie Violet Ward,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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From tactile maps and Braille wall text to ASL interpretation, audio guides, and wheelchair-friendly pathways, the museum is shaping what a truly inclusive cultural space can be.—
M. Leona Godin,
AFAR Media,
3 Jan. 2025
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On Monday, crews are continuing to work to clear the roads as temperatures sits near zero with negative wind chills.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2025
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Crews are working to clear snow and ice from roads after blizzard conditions Sunday brought 8-12 inches of snow in various parts of the metro, according to the National Weather Service in Kansas City.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2025
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Simultaneously, ion velocity mapping recorded the trajectories and velocities of the ions, providing detailed information about their energies.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
2 Jan. 2025
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Businesses achieving this benchmark are commanding premium valuations due to their sustainable and scalable growth trajectories.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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“Paths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paths. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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