1
a
: allowing or affecting passage in any of four directions
b
: applicable to traffic from each of four directions
a four-way stop
2
: including four participants
Examples of four-way in a Sentence
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The flattering suit is designed with the brand’s signature four-way stretch fabric, enabling ease of movement and breathability.
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Amy Louise Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2023
The intersection of Riverdale and Taylor roads is a four-way stop, and Aziz said investigators are still trying to determine whether the driver stopped at the stop sign or not.
—Jasmine Hilton, Washington Post, 21 Nov. 2023
These pants boast four-way stretch, sweat-wicking properties, and a flattering high-waisted silhouette.
—Jennifer Chan, Peoplemag, 14 Nov. 2023
The poll tested a Biden-Trump contest two ways — head-to-head and in a four-way matchup including independent candidates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Cornel West.
—David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2023
Trump does not gain much at all when field is narrowed to a four-way race, because most voters backing lower-tier candidates — Tim Scott or below — list Trump as their last choice among the four options given.
—Kabir Khanna, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2023
Lambert’s been on a bit of a break since parting ways with Sony Nashville, so this is more of a four-way race between the other women.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2023
The fabric has a flexible, comfortable four-way stretch, and the silhouette is built with a stretch-mesh gusset that (comfortably) hugs your crotch while promoting breathability.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2023
With breathable fabric, a four-way stretch, and a relaxed fit, this is the perfect pullover for running errands, walking around town, or lounging at home with a relaxed, casual style.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2023
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Amy Louise Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2023
The intersection of Riverdale and Taylor roads is a four-way stop, and Aziz said investigators are still trying to determine whether the driver stopped at the stop sign or not.
—Jasmine Hilton, Washington Post, 21 Nov. 2023
These pants boast four-way stretch, sweat-wicking properties, and a flattering high-waisted silhouette.
—Jennifer Chan, Peoplemag, 14 Nov. 2023
The poll tested a Biden-Trump contest two ways — head-to-head and in a four-way matchup including independent candidates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Cornel West.
—David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2023
Trump does not gain much at all when field is narrowed to a four-way race, because most voters backing lower-tier candidates — Tim Scott or below — list Trump as their last choice among the four options given.
—Kabir Khanna, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2023
Lambert’s been on a bit of a break since parting ways with Sony Nashville, so this is more of a four-way race between the other women.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2023
The fabric has a flexible, comfortable four-way stretch, and the silhouette is built with a stretch-mesh gusset that (comfortably) hugs your crotch while promoting breathability.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2023
With breathable fabric, a four-way stretch, and a relaxed fit, this is the perfect pullover for running errands, walking around town, or lounging at home with a relaxed, casual style.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1824, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Dictionary Entries Near four-way
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“Four-way.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/four-way. Accessed 7 Dec. 2023.
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