1
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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2
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
Malcolm Graham of District 2 and Driggs of District 7 didn’t face any opposition on their paths to reelection this year.
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Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2025
In theory, Cambodia’s Trade Union Law and Labor Law provide a clear path for workers to register.
—Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
The singer said his path to Music City feels surreal.
—Bryan West, Nashville Tennessean, 15 Oct. 2025
The president’s Knesset speech reveals the path forward.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
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Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2025
In theory, Cambodia’s Trade Union Law and Labor Law provide a clear path for workers to register.
—Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
The singer said his path to Music City feels surreal.
—Bryan West, Nashville Tennessean, 15 Oct. 2025
The president’s Knesset speech reveals the path forward.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for path
Noun
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But with her coalition prospects in doubt, and the party weakened by scandal and voter frustration, her route to Japan’s top job is far from assured.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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Ticketholders will be transported to the homes via shuttle buses that run continuously on the tour route.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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There's lots of bike and heights trails.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
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In addition to dealing with the wealthy guests’ problems, Daniel is also on the trail of Alice, one of the owner’s daughters who disappeared a month earlier.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
12 Oct. 2025
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His hobbies include reading, listening to music and going on long, winding adventures on his road bike.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Oct. 2025
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Winding roads eventually lead to Hotel Corazón, a former finca — a country estate — growing produce on its cantilevered farmland that has been transformed by two expat artists into a boho chic retreat.—
Emilio Parra Doiztua,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
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The Chiefs are back, just as quickly as they were dismissed, and that’s in more than ways than post-game one-liners exuding some confidence after a convincing 30-17 win against the red-hot Lions.—
Sam McDowell
October 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 Oct. 2025
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The message here is that there can be more to life than football — other jobs, other pathways.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Metro Nashville Public Schools has teamed up with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Nashville to offer a tuition-free technical training pathway for graduates.—
Nashville Tennessean,
Nashville Tennessean,
15 Oct. 2025
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The approach allowed the ship to host the missile battery without any structural modification.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Oct. 2025
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But the sequence was indicative of the Broncos’ general offensive approach under Payton after the first quarter in London.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Here, Gross looks back at his career trajectory, discusses how the industry has changed over the past few decades and his plans for the future.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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Which means the valuation trajectory for Canada’s baseball team looks like, yes, a hockey stick.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
15 Oct. 2025
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Along the way, Podolsky shares stories of remarkable people, intriguing history, and the modern challenges facing the Appalachian Trail — all as the iconic footpath marks its 100th anniversary.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
13 Oct. 2025
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Create footpaths in these areas to reduce wear and damage to the lawn.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Path.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/path. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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