a way to go
noun phrase
: a long distance to go
—sometimes used figuratively
He still has a way to go before his foot has healed.
We've done a lot of work, but we have a long way to go.
We could still make the playoffs. The season still has a long way to go.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 Sep. 2025
The Royal Chief, a KC rapper born as Jamel Thompson, started the group through TikTok earlier this year after receiving feedback that people wanted a way to go see movies together.
—Alexa Stone, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
For now, things are certainly positive, but there’s still a way to go.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 Sep. 2025
If LeBron James can find a way to go back to play for Dan Gilbert, Pat Riley certainly can offer an embrace if needed.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2025
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“A way to go.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20way%20to%20go. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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