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as in to tread
to go on foot
I walked slowly to school
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as in stroll
a relaxed journey on foot for exercise or pleasure
we went for a long walk outside because it was such a nice night
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a nondenominational church that attracts worshippers from every walk of life
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Recent Examples of walk
CBS News, 16 June 2026
He was lifted with two on before reliever Phil Maton walked Carrigg to force home Colrado's first run.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2026
For some, this might include expressive writing, reading, going for a walk or listening to a podcast.
—Christina Balderrama-Durbin, The Conversation, 22 June 2026
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Verb
While Ghalenoei sat by himself in the dugout, his players gathered together and walked around the field applauding their remaining thousands of flag-shaking, roaring fans.
—CBS News, 16 June 2026
He was lifted with two on before reliever Phil Maton walked Carrigg to force home Colrado's first run.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Noun
After Rafael Devers drew a leadoff walk, Marlins reliever Lake Bachar induced a flyout and an inning-ending double play to preserve Miami’s 2-1 win.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2026
For some, this might include expressive writing, reading, going for a walk or listening to a podcast.
—Christina Balderrama-Durbin, The Conversation, 22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for walk
Verb
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Investors may want to tread lightly, certain cracks are starting to emerge.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
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The paper treads similar ground as previous research, which has noted large language models’ ability to search genomes for genes that have been sequenced after a patient was first seen in a hospital.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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The argument escalated into gunfire, which struck the man, Becchina said.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
Noun
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This linen-blend striped shirt might inspire you to take a stroll by the Seine.—
Sarah DiMuro,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
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Even a slower stroll—just 2 mph—can improve all of the health markers above, the study found.—
Alisa Hrustic,
Health,
19 June 2026
Noun
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Police are asking people to avoid the area if possible.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
23 June 2026
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Specifically targeting underserved areas, the parks will be at the San Joaquin River Parkway, Dust Bowl Camp, and Feather River Park in Yuba County.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Noun
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The neighborhood/area A rare sight in Cairo, the Garden City neighborhood is filled with trees, and there are some shopping malls and galleries close by, as well as a riverside promenade.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Twenty-two miles off the Southern California coast, Avalon sets the tone with its crescent bay, art deco Casino and waterfront promenade lined with shops, bars and restaurants.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Now Reid, dressed in black with his chest partially exposed beneath an open jacket revealing a scar, stepped on stage and into the role of Lestat in front of the audience.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Alexander eventually stepped away from pursuing music professionally.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Participants of the class then walked out of the building along the stairs on a nearby street.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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Brink walked out of the locker room postgame on her own.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
Noun
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The officer with the York City Police Department was placed on administrative leave after the shooting on Tuesday, the department said in a news release on Wednesday.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Dissolving the department entirely requires an act of Congress.—
Alia Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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“Walk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walk. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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