way station

Definition of way stationnext
as in station
a regular stopping place a way station for truck drivers

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Recent Examples of way station Like the temporary residents of its way station between the living and the dead, the choice is yours in terms of fused cinematic comparisons. David Fear, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2025 The Indigenous village of Bajo Chiquito, a former way station for migrants, experienced an economic boom from the influx. Daniel Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 5 Nov. 2025 For example, a tree buzzing with cicadas in my yard this summer is quite healthy but has one big, dead branch that has been an important way station for wildlife over the past 20 years. Steven Sullivan, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025 Dating from the Civil War, Angel Island has served as a defensive position, way station, detention center, and launch point for thousands. Don Sproul, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for way station
Recent Examples of Synonyms for way station
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  • Officers who responded to the gas station noted extensive damage to the front door and windows, as well as merchandise and debris scattered through the store and parking lot, police said.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Mar. 2026
  • There is little glamour late night in a crowded Amtrak station.
    CBS News, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026

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“Way station.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/way%20station. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

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