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as in roads
a passage cleared for public vehicular travel
the town honored the local sports hero by naming after him a short way connecting two shopping centers
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as in habits
a usual manner of behaving or doing
she's set in her ways and is not about to change
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as in paths
an established course for traveling from one place to another
took the regular way to work
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as in tendencies
an established pattern of behavior
that's just his way, so pay him no mind
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as in methods
the means or procedure for doing something
figured out the best way to accomplish the task
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as in options
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
have it your way
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as in distances
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
it's just a little way down the road
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Recent Examples of ways
Still, by fully embracing data, businesses can gain a comprehensive view of their current impact and identify effective ways to reduce carbon emissions in the future.
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Robert Bailkoski, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
This can be done in numerous ways.
—James Peters, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
White labeling is considered one of the most effective ways to achieve this.
—Joshua Siler, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Quantum sensing Quantum sensors will give us new ways of observing the world by relying on the highly sensitive nature of quantum states.
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Hall filed for divorce from Joshua in July and has since leaned on the couple for support in unique ways.
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While physical presence will always be most critical to staying ahead, technological advancements are complementing the leasing process in impactful ways.
—Fred Battisti, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Here are some ways that KSA databases support internal hiring.
—James Peters, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Leverage Cross-Functional AI Task Forces One of the most effective ways to align AI strategy with employee needs is by establishing cross-functional AI task forces.
—Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Robert Bailkoski, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
This can be done in numerous ways.
—James Peters, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
White labeling is considered one of the most effective ways to achieve this.
—Joshua Siler, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Quantum sensing Quantum sensors will give us new ways of observing the world by relying on the highly sensitive nature of quantum states.
—Nishant Batra, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Hall filed for divorce from Joshua in July and has since leaned on the couple for support in unique ways.
—Tracy Wright, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
While physical presence will always be most critical to staying ahead, technological advancements are complementing the leasing process in impactful ways.
—Fred Battisti, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Here are some ways that KSA databases support internal hiring.
—James Peters, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Leverage Cross-Functional AI Task Forces One of the most effective ways to align AI strategy with employee needs is by establishing cross-functional AI task forces.
—Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ways
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On Monday, crews are continuing to work to clear the roads as temperatures sits near zero with negative wind chills.Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
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Crews are working to clear snow and ice from roads after blizzard conditions Sunday brought 8-12 inches of snow in various parts of the metro, according to the National Weather Service in Kansas City.Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
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Leaders from nontraditional paths bring unique insights, challenge established norms and serve as catalysts for innovation.Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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The brothers -- who were convicted in the 1990s for the 1989 murders of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez -- have three possible paths to freedom.Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 26 Dec. 2024
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But his theory seemed to mirror the temperament of Deng, who, for all his reformist tendencies, was a ruthless apparatchik.Chang Che, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2024
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Understanding your own tendencies is the first step to improving communication.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Manage And Reduce Existing Debt Two popular strategies are the snowball and avalanche methods.True Tamplin, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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How Reputation Metrics Are Measured There are several methods for tracking and interpreting reputation data, each offering unique insights into brand health.Adam Petrilli, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Newcastle’s pressing scheme revolved around trapping Manchester United towards the touchline while blocking their progressive passing options.Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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All the top options are off the board.Antonio Morales, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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The growth in automobile sales, airline and bus travel, subsidized highways, civil unrest in ’67 and ’68, and white flight to the suburbs all took a toll on national and local rail demand.Patrick Sauer, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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Each winter, ice highways emerge, making remote villages accessible.Marc Telio, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
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These practical strategies will not only make your business more attractive to buyers but also increase its selling price significantly.Lien De Pau, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Grid operators are in critical need of long-term strategies that ensure the reliability and resilience of their systems, not just during the summer's peak, but consistently throughout the year.George Sakellaris, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Early birds have the best choices for rebooking flights for another day.Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, cultural considerations, maintaining the pleasure of eating, financial and medical situations, and your access to food can impact food choices and your ability to obtain your nutrient needs.Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 4 Jan. 2025
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