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as in instruction
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned
we were given very specific directions for the first part of the exam
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
working under the close direction of the engineering supervisor
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as in compass
a guiding or motivating purpose or principle
a life that seemed to lack any direction other than the mindless pursuit of empty pleasures
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as in trend
a prevailing or general movement or inclination
some older people worry about the overall direction that political discourse has taken lately
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Recent Examples of direction
This is a time when the heart wants one thing, but the mind is pulling you in a completely different direction.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Jan. 2025
The second storm is a stark new policy direction from the Trump-Vance Administration that threatens to disrupt Maryland’s economy, which is already deeply reliant on the federal government.
—Wes Moore, Baltimore Sun, 14 Jan. 2025
At the opposite end, to the south, in the direction of the towns of Altrincham and Broadheath, visitors bound for Carrington turn off Sinderland Lane, passing Birch House Farm and Birch Moss Covert nature reserve.
—Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
Microsoft has not openly declared there is a deal that’s left them out, but has made sure its public statements heavily point in that direction and away from potential hardware problems.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Jan. 2025
The second storm is a stark new policy direction from the Trump-Vance Administration that threatens to disrupt Maryland’s economy, which is already deeply reliant on the federal government.
—Wes Moore, Baltimore Sun, 14 Jan. 2025
At the opposite end, to the south, in the direction of the towns of Altrincham and Broadheath, visitors bound for Carrington turn off Sinderland Lane, passing Birch House Farm and Birch Moss Covert nature reserve.
—Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
Microsoft has not openly declared there is a deal that’s left them out, but has made sure its public statements heavily point in that direction and away from potential hardware problems.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for direction
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However, according to Michigan Modern, the architect didn’t send any instructions on how to build this fundamental element of the home, causing confusion.Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 13 Jan. 2025
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Driving instructions directives Blue Words: Brake, park, signal, turn.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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The next court date is April 21 for a case management conference.Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 10 Jan. 2025
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The next next man: Clayton Keller Next-up defenseman: John Carlson Leaving the veteran stalwart off the initial roster was one of the more difficult calls management had to make, but his performance hasn’t wavered since receiving the news.Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Using a compass is ideal; most smartphones now include a basic compass.Matt Morris, Space.com, 27 Dec. 2024
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Bob was especially interested in his instructions on using a compass.Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024
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Even larger exchanges such as the New York Stock Exchange are looking to get in on the trend.Anna Gleason, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
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Take this as your sign to stock up on what will surely be the top fashion trends of 2025 — inspired by celebrities.Taylor Jean Stephan, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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But in order to make good on that investment, revenue maximization is the goal — if not a requirement.Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2025
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There are at least two more QB-desperate teams (the Giants and Raiders) just below Tennessee in the order, so this slot certainly could hold trade value.Nick Baumgardner, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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In a letter addressed to President Joe Biden, Barr stated his intent to vacate his role as vice chair of supervision while remaining on the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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But his decision to leave his role as vice chair of supervision may have been intended to sidestep a legal battle with Mr. Trump.Deborah B. Solomon, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
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People who are emotional during an interaction are bound to realize that the emotion seemed to turn the tide for them.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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The state Insurance Department issued a new regulation last month meant to turn the tide of some of the largest insurance companies’ refusal to take on new customers in California or decisions not to renew policies of current ones.Janhvi Bhojwani, NBC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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At this point, work flexibility implementation becomes part of your team culture, rather than an edict or policy declaration.Martin Zwilling, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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In July, a United Nations report said the ministry was contributing to a climate of fear and intimidation among Afghans through edicts and the methods used to enforce them.Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Direction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/direction. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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