as in processes
forward movement in time or place
the ant was making little headway carrying a crumb that was about five times his size
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Recent Examples of headways
In heavy urban freeway congestion (the type common in California), rapid braking and short headways create chain-reaction risk.
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Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Three times as many routes will operate 15-minute headways compared to today, and weekend service will match that of weekdays.
—Sara Gregory, AJC.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Braidwood admits there were also business headways, which in many ways, were affected by the safety concerns and AI unknowns.
—Sage Lazzaro, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2025
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Three times as many routes will operate 15-minute headways compared to today, and weekend service will match that of weekdays.
—Sara Gregory, AJC.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Braidwood admits there were also business headways, which in many ways, were affected by the safety concerns and AI unknowns.
—Sage Lazzaro, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for headways
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The only opposition came from James Eadie, a licensed pyrotechnic operator, who said hobby rocket users could have difficulty complying with the bill because many local governments do not have permitting processes for storing small quantities of rocket motors.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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The more scientists understand these processes, the more likely those in the medical field can come up with treatments and interventions for neurological and psychological conditions.—
Dr. Deepika Chopra,
Flow Space,
16 June 2026
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This change has fundamentally revolutionized the pace of innovation—shifting us away from incremental advances and toward more rapid, system-level transformations across science and engineering.—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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Researchers have been trying to develop a test for CTE prior to death, but there are currently no advances.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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This phenomenon arises from the stress of unresolved, postponed difficult decisions in today's uncertain economic and technological landscape, particularly with rapid AI advancements.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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In Sing & Play Mode, the device automatically handles complex chord progressions and backing rhythms, while Solo Mode maps individual notes to the pads.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 June 2026
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The games have clear progressions, cleverly edited for punchiness.—
Tasha Robinson,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
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Ashura processions are usually dramatic affairs, with chanters singing elegies or dirges dedicated to Hussein, while audience members beat their chests and engage in displays of mourning.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
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While most major sports teams now commemorate titles with boozy processions, no route matches the historical significance of New York’s Battery Park to City Hall stretch, with roots dating back to the Revolutionary War.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
18 June 2026
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As this process of disruption progresses, paralysis can develop — including in the muscles responsible for breathing.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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So, if debt has become difficult to manage, exploring your debt relief options before a lawsuit progresses may help preserve both your finances and peace of mind.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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“Headways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/headways. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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