bystreets

noun

plural of bystreet
as in alleys

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  1. alleys
  2. walkways
  3. passageways
  4. streets
Noun
  • Beach crews are continuously reinforcing the berm to keep the water out of homes and alleys.
    — Michele Gile, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • His fast and powerful first step at the snap can quickly wreck protection plans, forcing linemen into compromising positions that open up attack alleys for other members of Denver’s talented front seven.
    — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 24 July 2026
Definition of alleys
Noun
  • On another, visitors shared walkways with dancing humanoid robots and attendees pushed through crowds for an ideal spot to watch robots face off in boxing matches.
    — Daniela Suarez, NBC news, 21 July 2026
  • Adjacent to the park is a beautiful neoclassical Catholic church and a lineup of restaurants with tables that spill out onto the park’s walkways and plazas.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 18 July 2026
Definition of walkways
Noun
  • Grand Victorians, generous prewars, scalloped trims, curved passageways, impossibly high ceilings, and hardwood floors for days.
    — Nora DeLigter, Curbed, 24 July 2026
  • Boltanski’s haunting installation consists of rusting archive boxes stacked to form dark, narrow passageways.
    — Jeff Chu, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
Definition of passageways
Noun
  • Funen is a historic spot known for its 123 castles and estates, and Odense is particularly lovely, with characterful old streets, lush greenery, and inspiring museums that add to its charm.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Lauren Harper, was breaking department rules, and potentially the law, by having sex in parking lots and along streets.
    — Kelsy Mittauer, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of streets
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