pave the way

phrase

: to prepare a smooth easy way : facilitate development

Examples of pave the way in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Despite playing a pivotal role in Leicester’s promotion to the Premier League in 2014 and then the great escape to avoid relegation a year later that paved the way for surely the most unlikely title success of all-time in 2016, James had no offers. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026

Other youth talents, like Tommy Marques, are also expected to leave, potentially paving the way for new signings like Rodri, as Deco balances sales with transfer pursuits. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Today Maryam hopes studying German will pave the way for a bachelor’s degree. — Dominique Soguel, Christian Science Monitor, 15 Aug. 2026

Fely and Earby return still in the air A court order issued in early August allowing student-athletes to compete in college for five years paved the way for high-school-class-of-2022 athletes to return for a final year. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 15 Aug. 2026

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