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the direction along which something or someone moves the long, winding pathway of the river before it meets the sea

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Recent Examples of pathway Scientists have shown that stress alone can increase the release of dopamine in the brain’s reward pathway, leading to the same brain changes seen with addictive drugs like cocaine and methamphetamine. Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025 The monoclonal antibody drug tegoprubart attempts to do this by blocking a pathway used by immune cells to communicate and organize an attack against the transplanted beta cells. Tara Haelle, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2025 The other factor in fusion’s favor is the far simpler regulatory pathway fusion projects will have compared to traditional nuclear power. Jeff Young, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025 Accessibility has also been considered, with ADA-compliant accommodations available across multiple room categories and accessible pathways to key amenities, like the pool and dining venues. Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pathway
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Noun
  • By controlling the pressure inside the robot’s body and the temperature of the actuators, the researchers were able to steer it through intricate paths.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Directed by Sylvain White and featuring early performances from Meagan Good, Ne-Yo, and Chris Brown, the film celebrates movement as both self-expression and a path toward belonging—perfect for the spirit of Homecoming season.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 16 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Desert View Drive, a 25-mile scenic route along Arizona Highway 64, is a low-key wonder that rewards those willing to wander slightly off the park’s busiest paths.
    Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2025
  • The father and son had allegedly been walking along the path of Les Feixades, which is a popular hiking route that families take daily, when the tragedy occurred, per the outlet.
    Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • Create footpaths in these areas to reduce wear and damage to the lawn.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The disappointment of losing to Watertown yet again, this time a 2-1 decision in early September that could’ve gone the other way.
    Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 20 Oct. 2025
  • In one of the more truly unimaginable comebacks in recent franchise history, the Broncos clawed all the way back from a 19-point fourth-quarter deficit to down the Giants 30-26 at Empower Field on Sunday.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Here, the meteor trails will be at their longest.
    Anthony Wood, Space.com, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Nearby, visitors can explore waterfalls, hiking trails, dramatic coastal rock formations, redwoods, fern canyons and many more quiet nature and outdoor activities.
    Noreen Kompanik, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025

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“Pathway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pathway. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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