Synonyms of vianext
1
: by way of
2
: through the medium or agency of
also : by means of

Examples of via in a Sentence

She flew to Los Angeles via Chicago. I'll let her know via one of our friends. He did some research via computer. We went home via a shortcut.
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The Nationals allowed 10 consecutive batters to reach base, eight of them via hits, including three extra-base hits and the two pivotal home runs. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 24 June 2026 Their two runs came via solo homer. Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 24 June 2026 In the meantime, LAX visitors must wait to soar above local traffic and make a speedy exit via rail. Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026 Could the Pacers move into the late first or early second round via a trade with New York? Tony East, Forbes.com, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for via

Word History

Etymology

Latin, ablative of via way — more at way

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of via was in 1677

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“Via.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/via. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

via

preposition
: by way of
entered via the back door

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