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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
Even though Republicans control the White House and both chambers of Congress, there are still hurdles that line the path to enacting his vision.
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Stephen Fowler, NPR, 12 Dec. 2024
The surgeon drills through the mastoid bone, creating a path allowing the electrodes to reach the cochlea.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 11 Dec. 2024
That team moved her to another location where the flight crew had a clearer path to hoist her up.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
Allentown is the most populous city in the Lehigh Valley, a forty-mile stretch on the eastern edge of Pennsylvania that follows the path of the Lehigh River.
—Julia Preston, The New Yorker, 30 Nov. 2024
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Stephen Fowler, NPR, 12 Dec. 2024
The surgeon drills through the mastoid bone, creating a path allowing the electrodes to reach the cochlea.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 11 Dec. 2024
That team moved her to another location where the flight crew had a clearer path to hoist her up.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
Allentown is the most populous city in the Lehigh Valley, a forty-mile stretch on the eastern edge of Pennsylvania that follows the path of the Lehigh River.
—Julia Preston, The New Yorker, 30 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for path
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This second route, the one Patient X was using to recognize emotions, goes directly to the lower part of the brain (to the amygdala).Kevin Kruse, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Few brands have followed this same exact route, but some have clearly been reading the room.Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024
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Just remember, Deer Valley is only open to skiers, so snowboarders will want to stick to Park City — but with nearly 350 trails, that's not really a sacrifice.Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024
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Upon entering, the hotel’s maze-like trails hide surprises around every turn.Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024
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This weekend, the Festival of the Arts returns to downtown Tempe and the APS Electric Light Parade returns to Phoenix, bringing with them road closures.The Arizona Republic, The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
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Washington’s only hiccups were an early 82-68 road loss to Montana and a 67-68 road loss to No. 5 Louisiana State, a game which the Huskies led for almost all four quarters before falling in the final seconds.Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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For the most part, the Bucks have played tight games over the last month and just found a way to win at the end.Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024
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After all, Travis Kelce made a point to attend one last show in Indianapolis before his NFL schedule got in the way.Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 15 Dec. 2024
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Within a recent study by the American Student Assistance (ASA) and the Burning Glass Institute, numerous non-degree pathways lead to stable, lucrative jobs that offer economic mobility and job satisfaction.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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This discovery not only confirms a 110-year-old hypothesis, but also sheds light on a new biological pathway involved in pigmentation.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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This proactive approach provides a culture in which ethical AI use becomes standard and supports both compliance and integrity.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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The postseason picture is coming into focus as the end of the regular season approaches, with job security and future roster positions on the line in the final few weeks.Ben Morse, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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The next day, Michael heard from another camp that was located in the north woods of Wisconsin, offering him a position that would change the trajectory of his life.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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The brands and leaders who embrace this responsibility today will not only shape the trajectory of their industries but also define ethical and innovative standards for future generations.Jason Snyder, Forbes, 12 Dec. 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 21 Dec. 2024.
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