trajectory

as in path
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 trajectory Because with Mark, his trajectory is so much about trying to figure out his loyalty to his Outie and also his feelings for Helly. Ben Travers, IndieWire, 21 Mar. 2025 Driving the news: The St. Paul university is on a trajectory to earn postseason eligibility a year earlier than the normal five-year process for schools jumping from Division III to Division I. State of play: The UST men's team finished in second place in the Summit League this year to Omaha. Nick Halter, Axios, 20 Mar. 2025 But in 2007, Monolith was purchased by Nintendo, a move that changed their trajectory with the release of their first title under that new banner: Xenoblade Chronicles (2010). Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025 The day’s events marked a pivotal moment in the organization’s trajectory, with a strategic alliance aiming to enhance Spain’s attractiveness for film and television productions while fostering stronger collaborations between the public and private sectors. Jamie Lang, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for trajectory
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Noun
  • But Giddens herself has often experienced her own career as a lonely, even alienating exercise in trying to carve an industry path that barely previously existed.
    Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Ariane 6 and Vega C are costly, lack a path to reusability, and aren't geared to match SpaceX's blistering launch cadence.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • People were ordered to evacuate on foot along a single route to the Mawasi area.
    Landon Mion, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Volunteers — friends, family and other runners — support us along the route.
    George B. Sánchez-Tello, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Pedulla hit 5 of 10 from beyond the arc, scoring 20 points in each game.
    Paul Newberry, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Huerter chipped in another 21 points – including five from beyond the arc – as seven Bulls players scored in double figures.
    Matias Grez, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The first operational flight of the Ariane 6 delivered a French military spy satellite to orbit March 6.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Originally expected to spend just eight days in orbit, the duo ultimately stayed 286 days — or more than nine months.
    Jackie Wattles, CNN, 22 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The very premise of the production is a gimmick, a way to let an actor show off and dazzle the audience with some tricks.
    Christian Lewis, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Pat Maroon turned the puck over on that one, and the Devils capitalized the other way.
    Scott Powers, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The latter franchise is gearing up for the playoffs and perhaps an ascent to the NBA's summit, where the Larry O'Brien Trophy awaits.
    Bobby Krivitsky, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Don’t forget sunscreen, sturdy athletic shoes, and layers; some people find trekking poles help with balance during the ascent.
    Jamie Siebrase, The Denver Post, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • McColgan, daughter of former Olympian Liz, won 5,000m silver and 10,000m gold at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and still holds eight British records on the road and track — for distances ranging from 5,000m/5km up to half-marathon.
    Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
  • For the moment, Europe's launcher program is back on track to provide autonomous access to space, a capability European officials consider a strategic imperative.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Mar. 2025

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“Trajectory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trajectory. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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