trajectories

plural of trajectory
as in paths
the curved course along which something (such as a rocket) moves through the air or through space the trajectory of the missile

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Recent Examples of trajectories At some point, one or more will have to go, either to free up resources or because their own trajectories have outpaced their club’s. George Caulkin, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024 Many tech professionals don’t follow traditional career trajectories. Nicola Sfondrini, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024 Both songs spent the entire chart year on each global chart, but arrive at their high year-end finishes with different trajectories. Eric Frankenberg, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2024 Provide visual career maps or detailed role progression guides to help employees understand potential trajectories. Chelsea C. Williams, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024 Additionally, as Big Bang Disruptors can quickly dominate their markets, venture funds could benefit from having stakes in more companies with potential breakout trajectories. Dr Guenther Dobrauz-Saldapenna, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024 But in its next growth stage, 2AM will seek out more performer multi-hyphenates with the potential and drive to forge singular career trajectories. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024 For professionals in leadership positions, navigating the complex web of stakeholder relationships is a daily reality that significantly impacts career trajectories. Dr. Grace Lee, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024 All three trajectories will play essential roles in the future of quantum computing. Pravir Malik, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Noun
  • 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
  • The SiriusXM interview was inspirational for Malone and Yoakam, whose paths continued to cross for the next half-decade.
    Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • The two loan forgiveness plans would have created pathways to student debt relief for broad swaths of student loan borrowers, including those who have experienced runaway balance growth due to interest accrual, and people who are dealing with significant personal or financial hardships.
    Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Understanding Machu Picchu means grasping both its ancient pathways and modern regulations.
    Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • As the liturgical season of Advent comes to a close, here are three different ways people around the world celebrate the season – with food.
    Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Some aspire to find like-minded, respectful partners, while others prioritize their happiness and autonomy in different ways.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024

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“Trajectories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trajectories. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.

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