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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
Placentia recently went through a similar visioning process for its Chapman Corridor — the City Council approved the end result of that two-year process in the fall for one of the key gateways to the town.
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Heather McRea, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
Proceed to fund your account with a first-time deposit of at least $10 using one of the platform's secure payment gateways.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Counterpoint Research warned last month that the rising prices for DRAM and NAND flash are not only affecting smartphones, but also routers and gateways.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
Kuwait’s Shuwaikh Port saw four late departures, while Iraq’s Umm Qasr Port had two transshipment delays, with both gateways seeing zero cases on Sunday.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 9 Mar. 2026
The airports are gateways to millions of passengers flying to and from destinations that span Australia, India, Europe and North America.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 6 Mar. 2026
The airport is also one of American’s top international gateways, especially to Latin America and the Caribbean.
—Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
Now that citizens can stare dumbfounded into the same distracting bright lights (and gambling gateways) via ever-present screens, the whole of the United States has essentially transformed into the hellscape once confined to Nevada’s southern tip.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 20 Feb. 2026
Cortina d’Ampezzo is perched in the Veneto region and can be reached from several major gateways, including Venice and Milan, by train or car.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Heather McRea, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
Proceed to fund your account with a first-time deposit of at least $10 using one of the platform's secure payment gateways.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Counterpoint Research warned last month that the rising prices for DRAM and NAND flash are not only affecting smartphones, but also routers and gateways.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
Kuwait’s Shuwaikh Port saw four late departures, while Iraq’s Umm Qasr Port had two transshipment delays, with both gateways seeing zero cases on Sunday.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 9 Mar. 2026
The airports are gateways to millions of passengers flying to and from destinations that span Australia, India, Europe and North America.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 6 Mar. 2026
The airport is also one of American’s top international gateways, especially to Latin America and the Caribbean.
—Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
Now that citizens can stare dumbfounded into the same distracting bright lights (and gambling gateways) via ever-present screens, the whole of the United States has essentially transformed into the hellscape once confined to Nevada’s southern tip.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 20 Feb. 2026
Cortina d’Ampezzo is perched in the Veneto region and can be reached from several major gateways, including Venice and Milan, by train or car.
—Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gateways
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It’s even fitted with thoughtful details like a D-ring inside to hook your keys for easy access, as well as a magnetic clasp to keep everything enclosed.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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On my cruise, Denis was the king of the piano keys and Tracy sang standards with a velvety voice.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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Investigators allege the suspect later went to OpenAI headquarters, where surveillance video captured him throwing a chair at the building’s glass doors.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Brooke Taylor,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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About 75% of Flower Shop’s beer production will go out the doors through distribution, Sabo said.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
14 Apr. 2026
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With the eventual blessing of his benevolent landlords, Grattan has completely transformed the rental unit— widening doorways, upgrading electrical systems, and reimagining every wall and ceiling.—
Sam Cochran,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2026
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Replicas of its shishi, or stone lions, protect the doorways of each of the 13 suites, which honor the traditional layout.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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Scalping tickets wasn’t new, of course, but Kahn believed that its formalization online provided sports teams, and other entertainment businesses, with valuable information about demand that could enable them to make more money without alienating their most loyal fans.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Some of the signature events—like concerts and the carnival—require tickets, while others are free, so be sure to plan ahead.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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The all-suite hotel has 116 rooms, including several with full kitchens and separate entrances for private chefs.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Bungalows are apartment-style options with two-bedroom suites, private entrances, and muted design aesthetics.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
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Saturday afternoon’s open practice ushered in Charlotte’s final week of spring ball, as the gates of Jerry Richardson Stadium swung open to give fans their first close look at Tim Albin’s second-year roster.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2026
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As far back as 2019, regulars warned about cracked concrete and damaged retaining walls and gates that could help the dam manage flooding, records show.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Most of us haven’t even updated our passports.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
13 Apr. 2026
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In addition to missing luggage, Travel + Leisure writers have also misplaced their passports, laptops, and even jewelry while on trips.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 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
Cite this Entry
“Gateways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gateways. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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