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as in keys
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
hopefully, my college degree will be a gateway to a high-paying job
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as in doors
the means or right of entering or participating in
Denver is the gateway to the West
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Recent Examples of gateways
And while the film industry is one often considered to be ruled by informal gateways and insider circles, thus far, the Rover team hasn’t encountered any pushback from directors uneager to share their secrets.
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Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 20 May 2026
The historic walls are the natural starting point — a mile‑long circuit framing everything from medieval gateways to modern political murals.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
Gaiman works like The Sandman and American Gods have served as inviting gateways to imaginary worlds for multiple generations of readers and viewers.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 13 May 2026
To take back control, companies have to give up on walled gardens and build gateways.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 May 2026
There was some interesting stuff in my mom’s boyfriend’s closet, but no gateways to other realms.
—Mac Barnett, Longreads, 5 May 2026
Why the Great Lakes are cruising’s next frontier Industry observers note that Great Lakes cruising continues to expand, with multiple lines adding itineraries through ports such as Rochester, New York and other regional gateways.
—Malika Bowling, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
First-round pick Monroe Freeling, third-round pick Chris Brazzell and fifth-round pick Sam Hecht should all have clear gateways to starting jobs in the form of immediate competition.
—Mike Kaye
april 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
More than 80 percent of international trade consists of goods transported by sea, which means that straits are vital gateways and choke points.
—Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 20 May 2026
The historic walls are the natural starting point — a mile‑long circuit framing everything from medieval gateways to modern political murals.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
Gaiman works like The Sandman and American Gods have served as inviting gateways to imaginary worlds for multiple generations of readers and viewers.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 13 May 2026
To take back control, companies have to give up on walled gardens and build gateways.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 May 2026
There was some interesting stuff in my mom’s boyfriend’s closet, but no gateways to other realms.
—Mac Barnett, Longreads, 5 May 2026
Why the Great Lakes are cruising’s next frontier Industry observers note that Great Lakes cruising continues to expand, with multiple lines adding itineraries through ports such as Rochester, New York and other regional gateways.
—Malika Bowling, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
First-round pick Monroe Freeling, third-round pick Chris Brazzell and fifth-round pick Sam Hecht should all have clear gateways to starting jobs in the form of immediate competition.
—Mike Kaye
april 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
More than 80 percent of international trade consists of goods transported by sea, which means that straits are vital gateways and choke points.
—Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gateways
Noun
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Two of the strongest options are hardware security keys and passkeys.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
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All three versions share the same core smart features, including fingerprint unlocking, NFC access, passcodes, app controls, voice assistant support and old-skool physical keys for backup access.—
Paul Lamkin,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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Food and drink A sense of upscale comfort and warm cultural convergence spills from turquoise antique doors from India that mark the entrance to Tillie’s, the inventive on-site restaurant helmed by Chef Andy Knudson.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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This detail appears throughout – along the exterior aft deck, framing the main aft entrance, across numerous exterior doors, and extending all the way to the exhaust mast.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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Circular doorways open to a game room anchored by a bright orange billiards table, while a professional salon is outfitted with a hair-washing station.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
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The balls of hair left outside of doorways where someone has been killed have a Blair Witch flavor.—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Prices for everything from hot dogs to movie tickets are up considerably from last year, according to government inflation data.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
26 May 2026
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Old Second is a married gay man who frequents the cinema while his wife, Bao Mei, sells movie tickets.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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About 600 officers were initially assigned to cover the stadium’s entrances, interior perimeter and seating areas.—
Sofia Baltodano,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Overlooking both Central Park and the Frick Collection gardens, the maisonette features north- and west-facing exposures, two private entrances—including one directly on Fifth Avenue—and a polished two-level layout.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
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Travelers can ask for directions to gates, shops, lounges and baggage claim.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2026
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Despite all the headlines screaming out about a weakening economy, job losses and inflation woes, BottleRock posted one of the fastest sell-outs in its 14-year history — with some 40,000-45,000 fans expected to stroll through the gates each day.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
23 May 2026
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If even the intelligence services are coming under attack in Iraq, and journalists with powerful passports are abducted in broad daylight, what should local critics expect?—
Nabil Salih,
Time,
26 May 2026
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Wealthy Americans are collecting passports as a way to reduce risk in an unpredictable world.—
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Book through various companies, such as Light Me Up Beach Bonfires, which will set you up at any of the nearby public beach accesses.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Gateways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gateways. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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