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as in strolling
to travel by foot for exercise or pleasure
she hiked along the trail around the pond
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as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
with a determined look, he hiked his trousers up and buckled down to work
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Recent Examples of hiking
The mountains are awash with vibrant autumnal hues, which can be admired by driving the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway, biking the Catskill Scenic Trail, or hiking the many trails with sweeping views of the area.
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Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
Kidman was spotted hiking alongside her sister, Antonia Kidman, in photos published by The Daily Mail.
—Jen Juneau, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
That said, anyone hiking with a group or in weather that is subject to frequent changes (like shoulder season or if climbing to varied elevations) will love this large pack for storing a variety of items.
—Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2025
The company also proposed hiking the residential service charge from $15 to $25.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 2 Oct. 2025
Rugged lodges perched on sprawling acres of land offer up hiking and biking aplenty.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025
Although the park's trails remained open, Siewers encouraged Kentuckians to avoid hiking in the area, given the limited staff available to help if people ran into any issues.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
Called the Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors, the stays are grouped by the types of activities travelers seek, whether that’s hiking near alpine lakes, snorkeling among coral reefs teeming with fish, or getting cozy in a cabin in the woods.
—AFAR Media, 30 Sep. 2025
Throw on elevated boots for dressier pursuits or hiking sneakers for walking-heavy days.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
Kidman was spotted hiking alongside her sister, Antonia Kidman, in photos published by The Daily Mail.
—Jen Juneau, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
That said, anyone hiking with a group or in weather that is subject to frequent changes (like shoulder season or if climbing to varied elevations) will love this large pack for storing a variety of items.
—Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2025
The company also proposed hiking the residential service charge from $15 to $25.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 2 Oct. 2025
Rugged lodges perched on sprawling acres of land offer up hiking and biking aplenty.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025
Although the park's trails remained open, Siewers encouraged Kentuckians to avoid hiking in the area, given the limited staff available to help if people ran into any issues.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
Called the Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors, the stays are grouped by the types of activities travelers seek, whether that’s hiking near alpine lakes, snorkeling among coral reefs teeming with fish, or getting cozy in a cabin in the woods.
—AFAR Media, 30 Sep. 2025
Throw on elevated boots for dressier pursuits or hiking sneakers for walking-heavy days.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hiking
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Spend your days leaf peeping on a scenic drive, hiking to waterfalls tucked deep in the woods, strolling through quaint downtowns, and sitting down for dinner next to a crackling fireplace at the end of it all.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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There are farmers' markets all over the county offering everything from fruits and veggies to jams and maple syrup, and picturesque towns and villages like Fleischmanns, Walton, and Hobart provide scenic locales for strolling, shopping, and dining.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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The Phillies strung three consecutive hits off Blake Treinen, with Nick Castellanos lifting a soft double that cut the Dodgers’ lead to one and brought Vesia into the game.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The modernization plan also includes lifting the 1994 ban on closing rural post offices that covers nearly 4,000 locations.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Oct. 2025
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Refrain from entering water that might carry an electric current and avoid walking through floodwaters.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Oct. 2025
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Refrain from entering water that may have electricity in it and avoid walking through floodwaters.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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The nonprofit will provide scholarships and supportive services for families raising children with autism.—
Victoria Moorwood,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Oct. 2025
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Prague Reuters — Billionaire Andrej Babis’s ANO party cruised to victory in the Czech Republic’s parliamentary election on Saturday, raising the prospect of a government that would boost Europe’s populist, anti-immigration camp and reduce support for Ukraine.—
Reuters 3 hr ago,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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Fall is in full swing, and that means now is the time to seek out autumnal experiences like leaf peeping and pumpkin patch wandering.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Oct. 2025
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Embrace that cozy energy by visiting a pumpkin patch, sipping cider, wearing sweaters or wandering through a charming small town to channel your inner Gilmore.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Hiking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hiking. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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