1
a
: a beaten path made by animals
b
: a passageway for animals
2
: a paved strip of ground on a landing field for the landing and takeoff of aircraft
3
a
: a narrow platform from a stage into an auditorium
b
: a platform along which models walk in a fashion show
4
5
: the area or path along which a jumper, pole-vaulter, or javelin thrower runs
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But despite her short runway, comparisons between the two conservative leaders are already being drawn.
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Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Another brand from the runway that has seen an uptick in eyewear is Calvin Klein.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025
In a moment where artists like Lil Yachty and Central Cee blur the line between streetwear and high fashion, Vans steps confidently into that same conversation, proving skate culture has always influenced the runway.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
In the years since, Victoria has pursued a career in the fashion world with her namesake brand, ranging from runway to custom designs.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
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Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Another brand from the runway that has seen an uptick in eyewear is Calvin Klein.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025
In a moment where artists like Lil Yachty and Central Cee blur the line between streetwear and high fashion, Vans steps confidently into that same conversation, proving skate culture has always influenced the runway.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
In the years since, Victoria has pursued a career in the fashion world with her namesake brand, ranging from runway to custom designs.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
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“Runway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/runway. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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runway
noun
run·way
ˈrən-ˌwā 
2
: a paved strip of ground (as at an airport) for the landing and takeoff of aircraft
3
: a support (as a track, pipe, or trough) on which something runs
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