as in route
a direct way of passing along information or supplies
an equipment hauler serves as the columnist's pipeline for gossip about the rock band the battle was ultimately lost because the enemy had destroyed our pipeline for resupply
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In June, the World Health Organization warned that far too few new antibiotics are in the global development pipeline, and the ones that are there fall far short of the innovation required to vanquish the most dangerous microbes.
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Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
This isn't the first time an Enbridge pipeline has spilled in Wisconsin.
—Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 17 Dec. 2024
Under threat from a real estate developer, a new pipeline, and even the neighboring national park, the Yellowstone was in trouble, and its staunchest guardian left no plan that could fix what was breaking, no simple escape for those left behind.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Dec. 2024
With a majority African-American/Black student body, Morgan is a leading force in cultivating a diverse pipeline of innovators and professionals, especially in STEM fields where nearly 17% of its alumni work — significantly surpassing Maryland’s statewide average of 11%.
—David K. Wilson, Baltimore Sun, 16 Dec. 2024
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Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
This isn't the first time an Enbridge pipeline has spilled in Wisconsin.
—Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 17 Dec. 2024
Under threat from a real estate developer, a new pipeline, and even the neighboring national park, the Yellowstone was in trouble, and its staunchest guardian left no plan that could fix what was breaking, no simple escape for those left behind.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Dec. 2024
With a majority African-American/Black student body, Morgan is a leading force in cultivating a diverse pipeline of innovators and professionals, especially in STEM fields where nearly 17% of its alumni work — significantly surpassing Maryland’s statewide average of 11%.
—David K. Wilson, Baltimore Sun, 16 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pipeline
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An Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 carrying 67 individuals from Baku to Grozny diverted its route due to adverse weather and attempted to land at Aktau airport in Kazakhstan.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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The Oakland restaurant, which closed in March, was located near Hegenberger Road, a main route to and from Oakland International Airport.Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 25 Dec. 2024
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But Vance served a key purpose as a conduit with experience at the Capitol.Brett Samuels, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024
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Hezbollah helped keep Assad in power, and the militant group has for years used Syria as a conduit to transfer weapons into Lebanon.Scott Neuman, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
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Fisherman Aesthetic Trend Oceanic influences have served as an endless source of inspiration.Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
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With human donor organs in short supply, some researchers are exploring the use of pigs as a potential source.Emily Mullin, WIRED, 17 Dec. 2024
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The outlet also reported that the transition team is also considering giving sheriffs more power.David Gilbert, WIRED, 17 Dec. 2024
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Both declines were due to the impact of redeveloping the airport’s Lounge 1 where more shops and F&B outlets are being added.Kevin Rozario, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Announced through their social media channels, Kaulig Racing has decided to retain three prominent figures who have previously contributed to the team's successes.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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How to watch on local TV CBS is broadcasting the game in California; in the Bay Area, tune in to KPIX-TV (channel 5) with an antenna or a cable TV provider.Pueng Vongs, The Mercury News, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Pipeline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pipeline. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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